As a Noun: 1. A person who takes a person or group of people somewhere. English = leader, guide. 2. A person who controls and guides an activity or organisation. English = leader. 3. The qualities of a good leader. English = leadership. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To take someone somewhere. English = lead, guide. 2. To be in control of an activity or organisation. English = lead. 3. To make sure someone goes in the right direction. English = guide. 4. To take someone to a place and show it to them. English = guide.