one of 11 indicators for different sections of the economy; used by the Department of Commerce to predict economic trends in the near future
a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time
a device for showing the operating condition of some system
a signal for attracting attention
indicating the most important performer or role
greatest in importance or degree or significance or achievement
having the leading position or higher score in a contest
the activity of leading
thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing
