Lever - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum
- a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock
verb
Extra examples
They used their money as a lever to gain political power.
He levered the rock out of the hole.
...the workers used crowbars to lever the heavy stone block into its new position...
A door handle is a type of lever.
The blackmailer used the threat of scandal as a lever to get money.
She levered up the drain cover.
The old man levered himself out of the armchair.
Pull this lever to open the gate.
Rich countries use foreign aid as a lever to achieve political aims.
He levered the stone into place.
They're trying to lever him out of his job.
The lever is in the off position.
Twist the lever and the gears click into place.
Word forms
I/you/we/they: lever
he/she/it: levers
present participle: levering
past tense: levered
past participle: levered
singular: lever
plural: levers
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