Definition of "lead"
lead1
/lɛd/
noun
countable and uncountable, plural leads
(uncountable) A heavy, pliable, inelastic metal element, having a bright, bluish color, but easily tarnished; both malleable and ductile, though with little tenacity. It is easily fusible, forms alloys with other metals, and is an ingredient of solder and type metal. Atomic number 82, symbol Pb (from Latin plumbum).
(slang) bullets; ammunition.
lead2
/liːd/
verb
third-person singular simple present leads, present participle leading, simple past and past participle led
noun
countable and uncountable, plural leads
(marketing) Potential opportunity for a sale or transaction, a potential customer.
lead3
verb