Definition of "lead"

Kid-friendly meaning of lead, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "lead" mean?

lead (verb) — to go in front and show others the way.

Part of speechVerb Syllables1 (lead)

Example sentences using "lead"

Grade K–2
I lead the line.
Grade 3–5
She helped lead the younger kids back to the bus after the field trip.
Grade 6–8
Anyone can lead when everything is going well — the real test of a leader is how they show up when nothing is.

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