led

Definition

  • noun: a device that lights up and displays information when electricity passes through it
  • noun: a semiconductor diode that emits light when a voltage is applied to it and that is used especially in electronic devices (as for an indicator light)
  • past tense and past participle of 'lead'

Examples

  • His volunteer work in the hospital 'led' him 'to' a career in nursing. = His volunteer work in the hospital 'led' [='inspired'] him 'to become' a nurse.

  • We've been 'led to believe' that the labels on food items disclose all ingredients, but it's becoming clear that this is not the case.

  • His volunteer work in the hospital 'led to' a career in nursing. = His volunteer work in the hospital 'led to' him becoming a nurse.

Movie quotes

  • (..) To victory! I am happy for you. He is an honorable man. You are both honorable men. It was not Théoden of Rohan who led our people to victory. Ah,... don't listen to me. You are young. And tonight is for you. Here, here. It's the Dwarves that go swimming (..)
    2003 The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
  • (..) Only, you've never done a hard day's work. Welcome,... my lords... ...to lsengard! You young rascals! A merry hunt you've led us on... ...and now we find you feasting and...and smoking! We are sitting on a field of victory... ...enjoying a few well-earned comforts. (..)
    2003 The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King