Lead-in (Noun)
Meaning 1
The introductory section of a story; "it was an amusing lead-in to a very serious matter".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The news anchor's humorous anecdote was a clever lead-in to the evening's investigative report.
- The writer's use of a relatable character's struggle was a great lead-in to the novel's exploration of social justice.
- The comedian's lighthearted joke about marriage was a funny lead-in to a more serious discussion about relationships.
- The author's vivid description of the setting was a beautiful lead-in to the story's dramatic plot twist.
- The documentary's introductory segment, featuring a quirky expert, was an engaging lead-in to the film's in-depth analysis of the topic.
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Meaning 2
Wire connecting an antenna to a receiver or a transmitter to a transmission line.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.