Noah Webster's New International Dictionary of the English Language

1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Lead.

2. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Lead.

3. (a.) Guiding; directing; controlling; foremost; as, a leading motive; a leading man; a leading example.

4. (n.) The act of guiding, directing, governing, or enticing; guidance.

5. (n.) Suggestion; hint; example.