noun
leader
LEE-dur/ˈliːdər/
The one occupying the foremost directing position.
The volunteer leader directs the team as they build a garden.
Etymology
The verb behind leader included going ahead and showing someone the way. With the person-forming suffix, it names someone whose guidance others follow, including someone directing a group.
In context
the fearless leader of this effort s Booker I don't know where s is but please raise your hand yeah who really uh really took a lot of ideas and made it into reality
More examples
- Our company is a leader in renewable energy.
- The race leaders approach the final turn.
- The tree's leader grows straight upward above the side branches.
Forms
leader · leaders
leadership noun — The ability or activity of directing others.