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LEADS

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

L 1/2
E 1/1
A 1/1
D 2/2
S 1/1

Definition of LEADS

noun

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).

noun

A plummet or mass of lead attached to a line, used in sounding depth at sea or to estimate velocity in knots.

noun

A thin strip of type metal, used to separate lines of type in printing.

verb

To cover, fill, or affect with lead

"continuous firing leads the grooves of a rifle."

verb

To place leads between the lines of.

"leaded matter"

noun

The act of leading or conducting; guidance; direction, course

"to be under the lead of another"

noun

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."

noun

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

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is LEADS a Scrabble Word?

Yes, LEADS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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 leads Total
Scrabble 11121 6
WWF 21121 7

Anagrams of LEADS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About LEADS

What does LEADS mean?
LEADS is a noun. 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).
Is LEADS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LEADS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LEADS worth in Scrabble?
LEADS is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from LEADS?
You can make 58 words from the letters in LEADS. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of LEADS?
The anagrams of LEADS (words using the exact same letters) are: DALES, DEALS, LADES, LASED, SLADE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.