(mining, historical) A boy employed to put small coals to a stowboard.

plural of destroyer leader

(military, nautical) a warship, a type of destroyer used to lead a division, flotilla or squadron at sea and in combat, a heavy destroyer variant with larger displacement for command and control.

(Scouting, US) A youth Scout who leads a patrol, having been elected by fellow Scouts in their troop.

plural of patrol leader

plural of party leader

(politics) a person in charge of a political party.

Alternative spelling of follow-the-leader

(Singapore) A government-appointed volunteer who serves in an organisation with the main purpose of bridging the gap between the Singapore Government and the people.

plural of grassroots leader