/ˈliː.vɚ/
noun
(except in generalized senses below) A crowbar.A rigid piece which is capable of turning about one point, or axis (the fulcrum), and in which are two or more other points where forces are applied; — used for transmitting and modifying force and motion.A small such piece to trigger or control a mechanical device (like a button).A bar, as a capstan bar, applied to a rotatory piece to turn it.An arm on a rock shaft, to give motion to the shaft or to obtain motion from it.verb
To move with a lever.To use, operate or move (something) like a lever (physically).To use (something) like a lever (in an abstract sense).To increase the share of debt in the capitalization of a business.