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lead-out

noun · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A program scheduled to follow another.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: broadcasting, media

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Meaning 2

The tactic where one cyclist goes ahead at high speed so that a following teammate (the sprinter) can benefit from the slipstream. See drafting.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: cycling, hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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noun

Meaning 3

The final part of the groove of a vinyl record, after the end of the recording.

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4

noun

Meaning 4

A marker in the data stored on a compact disc, representing the end of a recording session.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From lead + out.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: brindador de rebufo — (cycling) The tactic where one cyclist goes ahead at high speed so that a following teammate (the sprinter) can benefit from the slipstream.
  • Spanish: brindarrebufo — (cycling) The tactic where one cyclist goes ahead at high speed so that a following teammate (the sprinter) can benefit from the slipstream.