lever

noun
UK: /ˈliːvər/
US: /ˈlevər/

  1. A bar that is used to lift something heavy or to open something.

    1. He used a lever to move the rock easily.
    2. The mechanic employed a lever to dislodge the rusted component from the engine block.

  2. A handle used to operate a machine or device.

    1. Pull the lever to start the machine.
    2. She adjusted the settings with a lever on the control panel.

  3. A means of exerting influence; a strategic advantage.

    1. Money is his lever in negotiations.
    2. Access to key data provided the company with a lever in the market.

Synonyms

bar crowbar handle advantage influence force
lever transitive-verb

  1. To use a lever to lift or move something.

    1. We can lever it with this tool.
    2. The workers had to lever the heavy crate onto the truck.

  2. To exert influence or pressure; to use something to gain an advantage.

    1. They lever their connections to get results.
    2. The company tried to lever its market position to secure new contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lever" in English means: A bar that is used to lift something heavy or to open something., A handle used to operate a machine or device., A means of exerting influence; a strategic advantage..

The phonetic transcription of "lever" is /ˈliːvər/ in British English and /ˈlevər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lever": bar, crowbar, handle, advantage, influence, force.

Example usage of "lever": "He used a lever to move the rock easily.". More examples on the page.