Meaning of the word lever in English

What does lever mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lever

US /ˈlev.ɚ/

UK /ˈlev.ɚ/

a rigid bar resting on a pivot, used to move a heavy or firmly fixed load with one end when pressure is applied to the other.

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He used a crowbar as a lever to open the crate.

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The mechanic applied force to the lever to lift the heavy engine.

Synonym:

crowbar pry bar bar

a means of exerting influence or achieving a particular purpose.

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Education is a powerful lever for social change.

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Negotiating power is a key lever in business deals.

Synonym:

means tool instrument mechanism advantage

to use a lever to lift or move something.

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They had to lever the heavy stone into place.

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Can you help me lever this lid off?

Synonym:

pry jimmy hoist lift

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