leader; person in charge of a group
Refers to someone who leads or supervises a group, such as on a school trip, tour, or organized activity. Often implies responsibility for the group's conduct and safety.
The leaders on the school trip are the teachers.
Please act according to the leader's instructions.
Compound of 引率 (leading, commanding) and 者 (person). 引率 itself is from 引く (to pull, to lead) and 率いる (to lead, to command).