Leading
/ˈliːdɪŋ/
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- (adj.) Having a position of authority, precedence, or importance, especially in a legal context such as a leading case or leading counsel.
The leading case established a new principle in contract law.
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Often used to denote prominence or primary importance in legal decisions, arguments, or practitioners; typically paired with nouns like 'case' or 'counsel'.
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