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to conduct
01
to direct or participate in the management, organization, or execution of something
Transitive: to conduct an operation or process
Examples
The experienced project manager will conduct the team in implementing the new software.
Researchers will conduct experiments to test the efficacy of the new drug.
1.1
to direct a choir or orchestra using special movements of the hands
Intransitive
Transitive: to conduct a choir or orchestra
Examples
She conducted the orchestra with precise hand gestures, ensuring everyone stayed in sync.
The maestro conducted the symphony with great enthusiasm and skill.
02
to lead or accompany someone to a location or through an area, providing direction or assistance
Transitive: to conduct sb somewhere
Examples
The tour guide conducted the visitors through the historic castle.
A steward conducted the guests to their seats at the wedding.
03
to allow heat or electricity be transmitted
Transitive: to conduct heat or electricity
Examples
Metals like copper and silver conduct electricity exceptionally well.
The insulated wires are designed not to conduct heat to prevent burns.
04
to act or carry oneself in a particular manner
Transitive: to conduct oneself in a specific manner
Examples
He conducted himself professionally during the interview.
The children were reminded to conduct themselves politely at the dinner table.
Conduct
01
the way a person behaves, especially in a particular situation or setting
Examples
The teacher praised the student for her exemplary conduct in class.
Proper conduct is expected at formal events.
1.1
the way an organization, activity, or process is managed
Examples
The conduct of the negotiations was fair and transparent.
She oversaw the conduct of the audit for the entire department.
Lexical Tree
conductance
conducting
conduction
conduct
conduce
