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lead-in
[leed-in]
noun
something that leads in or introduces; introduction; opening.
Radio, Television.
the connection between an antenna and a transmitter or receiving set.
the portion of a program or script that precedes or introduces a commercial.
adjective
(of a conductor) carrying input to an electric or electronic device or circuit, especially from an antenna.
lead-in
/ ˈːˌɪ /
noun
an introduction to a subject
( as modifier )
a lead-in announcement
the connection between a radio transmitter, receiver, etc, and the aerial or transmission line
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of lead-in1
Example Sentences
The department of health says some will require "additional funding and lead-in time."
Over the years, networks have used the powerful audience lead-in of the premier NFL event’s 100 million-plus viewers to provide sampling for a new series.
“The Big Bang Theory” was a big success, and could help bring a strong lead-in audience.
Carson had been Letterman’s lead-in for 11 years; the two were mutual admirers and professionally close.
The first new banknotes were printed last year, with the long lead-in time allowing automated machines that accept cash to be updated to recognise the new designs.
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