lead

A lead is a wire or strap attached to something.

Example: The dog can't go far because it's on a short lead.

Lead is a very heavy gray metal. It's a chemical symbol is Pb.

Example: This box is so heavy, it feels as if it's full of lead.

Someone is leading other people if the person is going first and the other people are following or coming after.

Example: Please lead us to the house, because you know how to go there.

Showing or telling other people what to do.

Example: He moves that little stick in the air to lead the people making music.