lead

language: ru

definitions

  1. noun
    A heavy, soft, malleable, bluish-gray metallic element with atomic number 82 and symbol Pb.
    ru: свинец
  2. noun
    The graphite core of a pencil.
    ru: грифель
  3. noun
    The position of being ahead or in front; advantage.
    ru: лидерство
  4. noun
    A clue or piece of information that helps to solve a problem or mystery.
    ru: подсказка
  5. noun
    The principal actor or role in a play, movie, or other performance.
    ru: главная роль
  6. verb
    To show the way by going in advance; guide.
    ru: вести
  7. verb
    To be in charge or command of; direct.
    ru: руководить
  8. verb
    To result in or bring about; cause.
    ru: приводить к
  9. verb
    To live or experience a particular kind of life.
    ru: вести (жизнь)
  10. adjective
    Most important; primary; chief.
    ru: главный

examples

  1. Old pipes were often made of lead.

    Старые трубы часто делали из свинца.

  2. The lead in my pencil broke.

    Грифель в моем карандаше сломался.

  3. Our team has taken the lead in the championship.

    Наша команда вышла в лидеры чемпионата.

  4. The detective followed a new lead.

    Детектив пошел по новой улике.

  5. She played the lead in the school play.

    Она сыграла главную роль в школьном спектакле.

  6. The guide led us through the forest.

    Гид провел нас через лес.

  7. She leads the marketing department.

    Она руководит отделом маркетинга.

  8. This path leads to the river.

    Эта тропа ведет к реке.

  9. He leads a quiet life in the countryside.

    Он ведет тихую жизнь в деревне.

  10. Lead poisoning is a serious health risk.

    Отравление свинцом — серьезный риск для здоровья.