lead goose; leader; bellwether
Meanings
2 senses · 9 examplesnoun
lead goose; the goose flying at the head of the flock
Refers specifically to the wild goose that leads the V-formation flight, bearing the heaviest air resistance to create updrafts for those behind.
When wild geese fly south, there is always a lead goose navigating ahead.
The lead goose flaps its wings, creating updrafts for the geese behind.
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This lead goose is injured, and the flock has lost its direction.
In the goose flock, the lead goose bears the heaviest air resistance.
noun
leader; pioneer; bellwether
formalOften used in political, organizational, or management contexts to describe a leader who guides others by example. Commonly appears in phrases like '头雁效应' (leading goose effect).
He is the leader of our team, always walking at the forefront.
Leading cadres should be the bellwether, playing an exemplary and leading role.
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The leading goose effect can drive the entire flock forward.
In this project, she played the role of the pioneer.
We need a leader to guide the reform.