lead-in

American  

[leed-in] / ˈlidˌɪn /

noun

1. something that leads in or introduces; introduction; opening.

2. Radio, Television.

   1. the connection between an antenna and a transmitter or receiving set.

   2. the portion of a program or script that precedes or introduces a commercial.

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adjective

1. (of a conductor) carrying input to an electric or electronic device or circuit, especially from an antenna.

lead-in British  

/ ˈliːdˌɪn /

noun

1. 1. an introduction to a subject

   2. ( as modifier )

      a lead-in announcement

2. the connection between a radio transmitter, receiver, etc, and the aerial or transmission line

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Etymology

Origin of lead-in

First recorded in 1910–15; noun, adj. use of verb phrase lead in

Example Sentences

New tariffs will require a longer lead-in time before they are imposed.

From BBC

Later I switched to “Some Kind of Wonderful” by Grand Funk Railroad for a simple reason: Whenever she’s around my heart beats in rhythm with the 1974 tune’s powerful drum lead-in.

From The Wall Street Journal

When the first ball is finally bowled after a chaotic lead-in, Pakistan will open the tournament against the Netherlands in Colombo.

From Barron's

The department of health says some will require "additional funding and lead-in time."

From BBC

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.

From Los Angeles Times

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