definition of
lead

[1] #1 lead v. [take, direct, conduct, guide] take somebody somewhere; "We lead him to our chief"; "can you take me to the main entrance?"; "He conducted us to the palace". wn

[2] #2 lead v. [leave, result] have as a result or residue; "The water left a mark on the silk dress"; "Her blood left a stain on the napkin". wn

[3] #3 lead v. tend to or result in; "This remark lead to further arguments among the guests". wn

[4] #4 lead v. [head] travel in front of; go in advance of others; "The procession was headed by John". wn

[5] #5 lead v. cause to undertake a certain action; "Her greed led her to forge the checks". wn