The term 'leading man' is used to describe a male ACTOR who plays the main character in a movie or play. The crossword solutions for this term are 'ACTOR' (5 letters), 'ADAM' (4 letters), 'HERO' (4 letters), 'STAR' (4 letters), and 'USHER' (5 letters). An ACTOR is someone who performs in a play or movie, and ADAM is a biblical figure who is often seen as the first man. A HERO is a person who is admired for their courage and noble qualities, while a STAR is someone who is famous and well-known. Lastly, an USHER is someone who shows people to their seats at a theater or other event. All of these words can be used to describe a leading man.