Definition of "leading" in English

verb

1. present participle and gerund of lead

adjective

1. Providing guidance or direction.

   • Avoid leading questions if you really want the truth.

2. Ranking first.

   • He is a leading supplier of plumbing supplies in the county.

3. Occurring in advance; preceding.

   • The stock market can be a leading economic indicator.

noun

1. An act by which one is led or guided.

2. (archaic) Command of an army or military unit.

noun

1. (typography) Vertical space added between lines; line spacing.