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lever

noun, verb

/ˈliːvər/ or /ˈlɛvər/

Meaning

a rigid bar used to move or lift heavy objects; to move something using leverage.

He used a lever to lift the heavy stone.

pull the lever

handle, bar, crowbar, switch, rod

weight, load

lever arm, lever system, pull the lever, power lever

a job or position, or to send something by mail

a collection of valuable things such as gold, jewels, or anything of great worth; to value something...

A break or crack in a hard object or material, typically a bone; to break or crack.

noun: the land along the edge of the sea; verb: to move easily without effort or power

an official order or command; to give someone authority to act in a certain way

A shortcoming, imperfection, or flaw; or to abandon a cause or group for another.