Meaning of the word "leading man" in English

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leading man

US /ˈliːdɪŋ mæn/
UK /ˈliːdɪŋ mæn/
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Noun

1.

the male actor who plays the principal role in a play, film, or television series

Example:
He was cast as the leading man in the new romantic comedy.
The audience adored the charismatic leading man.
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