led
verb
simple past tense and past participle of lead.
led
1 American
[led]
/ lɛd /
verb
LED
2
American
[el-ee-dee, led]
/ ˈɛlˌiˈdi, lɛd /
noun
LED
1
British
abbreviation
led
2
British
/ lɛd /
verb
LED
Scientific
/ ĕl′ē-dē′,lĕd /
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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.
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See also semiconductor laser
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A team of strategists led by Yulia Zhestkova Grigsby say recent tanker attacks “highlight still elevated risks of crossing,” which could weigh on near-term traffic.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 9, 2026
“A magical, otherworldly journey that has led me to some beautiful friendships, projects and unlimited well of curiosity. When I paint each pair of candles, it feels like I’m imparting a piece of that magic.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2026
Blanche’s settlement was not well received by basically anyone in Congress, and it led to a contentious meeting during which the attorney failed to adequately address lawmakers’ questions.
From Slate • Jul. 9, 2026
The French CAC 40 was 0.6% higher, led by chip maker STMicroelectronics, which rose 3.7%, while luxury companies and banks gained.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 9, 2026
Trey led me to his elisi’s vintage golden minivan, parked in one of the stalls, and pressed the button to open the trunk.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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