To be the first of any set, especially the first person in a group to speak; to launch or begin something by speaking.
To be the first batter of an inning.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lead, off.
The first batter in the batting order.
The first batter of an inning.
The short distance that a player stands away from their current base.
To precede; to act as a forerunner or herald.
To lead or guide somewhere.
To accompany or escort (someone).
To guide people to their seats.
A male escort at a wedding.
A doorkeeper in a courtroom.
A person, in a church, cinema etc., who escorts people to their seats.