LEADS
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of LEADS
A heavy, pliable, inelastic metal element, having a bright, bluish color, but easily tarnished; both malleable and ductile, though with little tenacity. It is easily fusible, forms alloys with other metals, and is an ingredient of solder and type metal. Atomic number 82, symbol Pb (from Latin plumbum).
A plummet or mass of lead attached to a line, used in sounding depth at sea or to estimate velocity in knots.
A thin strip of type metal, used to separate lines of type in printing.
To cover, fill, or affect with lead
"continuous firing leads the grooves of a rifle."
To place leads between the lines of.
"leaded matter"
The act of leading or conducting; guidance; direction, course
"to be under the lead of another"
Precedence; advance position; also, the measure of precedence; the state of being ahead in a race; the highest score in a game in an incomplete game.
"She lost the lead."
An insulated metallic wire for electrical devices and equipment.
Examples of LEADS in a Sentence
- "continuous firing leads the grooves of a rifle."
- "leaded matter"
- "to be under the lead of another"
- "She lost the lead."
Word Details
Is LEADS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, LEADS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: LEADS uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for LEADS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | l | e | a | d | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
Anagrams of LEADS
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in LEADS
58 words from the letters in LEADS
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3-letter words
How to Use LEADS in Word Games
LEADS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LEADS is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LEADS to find 58 additional valid words.