led

¹

[led]

verb

1. simple past tense and past participle of lead.

LED

²

[el-ee-dee, led]

noun

1. light-emitting diode: a semiconductor diode that emits light when conducting current and is used in electronic displays, indoor and outdoor lighting, etc.

LED

¹

abbreviation

1. light-emitting diode

led

²

/ lɛd /

verb

1. the past tense and past participle of lead 1

LED

1. Short for light-emitting diode. An electronic semiconductor device that emits light when an electric current passes through it. They are considerably more efficient than incandescent bulbs, and rarely burn out. LEDs are used in many applications such as flat-screen video displays, and increasingly as general sources of light.

2. See also semiconductor laser

Other Word Forms

• unled adjective
• well-led adjective

Example Sentences

Smith-Schuster was asked what might have led up to the incident.

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However, the inclusion of jury votes led to Austria being declared the overall winner.

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They can look at Bright's elite career as an example of huge success and longevity, and as one of the figures who led the way for positive change in women's football.

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The analysts, led by Jan Hatzius, see a temporary extension of the current tariff pause and minor concessions from both sides as being likely.

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Morgan data shows, though growth slowed to 3% in September, led by softer discretionary spending in restaurants and lodging.

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