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Meaning of word lever from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

lever noun

Meaning : A rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum.

Meaning : A simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum.

Meaning : A flat metal tumbler in a lever lock.

Synonyms : lever tumbler

lever verb

Meaning : To move or force, especially in an effort to get something open.

Example : The burglar jimmied the lock.
Raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail.

Synonyms : jimmy, prise, prize, pry

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