Leader
ˈliːdər
Definitions
2 meaningsA person who guides or commands a group, organization, or country.
ˈliːdər
A person who guides or directs a group or organization.
The leader of the expedition guided the explorers through the jungle.
💡 Simply: A leader is like the captain of a team, the boss at work, or the person in charge who helps everyone go in the right direction. They make decisions and show people what to do.
👶 For kids: A leader is someone who helps other people and tells them what to do.
More Examples
She is a natural leader and quickly took charge of the project.
The company needs a strong leader to navigate through the crisis.
How It's Used
"The Prime Minister is the leader of the country."
"The CEO is a strong leader who inspires confidence in the team."
"The team captain is a natural leader on the field."
A person or thing that is ahead of others in a race or competition.
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A person who is in the lead in a race, competition, or contest.
The team is currently in the leader board for the season.
💡 Simply: A leader can also be the person or team that's winning a game or race. They're in the front, going faster and further than everyone else!
👶 For kids: The person who is winning in a game.
More Examples
He was the leader by two points in the first round.
She took the leader in the swimming competition.
How It's Used
"The runner took the lead in the final lap."
"The contestant is currently the leader in the quiz show."
Idioms & expressions
take the lead
To become the leader; to be in the position of authority or advantage.
"The company took the lead in developing new technology."
follow the leader
To do as someone else does, often without thinking.
"The children followed the leader around the playground, mimicking their actions."
From Old English *lǣdere*, derived from the verb *lǣdan* ('to lead').
The word has been used since the Old English period, initially referring to someone who guides or directs others.
Memory tip
Think of a person *leading* others through a difficult path. The *leader* shows the way.