Lever — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈle-vər/ le·ver

Meaning & Definition of Lever

Lever (noun)

  1. a bar used for prying or dislodging something
  2. an inducing or compelling force, tool
  3. a rigid piece that transmits and modifies force or motion when forces are applied at two points and it turns about a third; specifically, a rigid bar used to exert a pressure or sustain a weight at one point of its length by the application of a force at a second and turning at a third on a fulcrum

Lever (verb)

  1. to pry, raise, or move with or as if with a lever
  2. to operate (a device) in the manner of a lever

Lever (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to raise, move, or pull apart with or as if with a lever

    "the workers used crowbars to lever the heavy stone block into its new position"

    similar: jimmy, prize, pry
    related: elevate, hoist, lift, uplift, break, break up, detach, disengage, disjoin, divide, part, pull, separate, shift
    near: connect, join

Lever (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in button, switch

    similar: button, dial, key, knob, push button, selector, switch, actuator, control, controller, regulator

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Lever

The most common words with a similar meaning to Lever:

jimmy, prize, pry, button, dial, key, knob, push button, selector, switch, actuator, control, controller, regulator

Related Words for Lever

elevate, hoist, lift, uplift, break, break up, detach, disengage, disjoin, divide, part, pull, separate, shift

Near Antonyms of Lever

connect, join

Word Forms of Lever

Inflections: levered, levering

Origin & Etymology of Lever

Middle English, from Anglo-French levier, lever, from lever to raise, from Latin levare, from levis light in weight light

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Lever

What does "Lever" mean?

"Lever" means a bar used for prying or dislodging something. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a bar used for prying or dislodging something. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Lever"?

Other words for "Lever" include jimmy, prize, pry, button, dial, key, knob and push button. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Lever" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Lever"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Lever". Common alternatives include jimmy, prize, pry, button, dial, key, knob, push button, selector and switch.

How do you use "Lever" in a sentence?

Examples of "Lever" in a sentence: "the workers used crowbars to lever the heavy stone block into its new position".

Is "Lever" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Lever" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Lever"?

"Lever" is pronounced /ˈle-vər/ and divided into syllables as le·ver.

What is the origin of the word "Lever"?

"Lever" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French levier, lever, from lever to raise, from Latin levare, from levis light in weight light. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Lever" meaning "to raise, move, or pull apart with or as if with a lever"?

When "Lever" (verb) means to raise, move, or pull apart with or as if with a lever, synonyms include jimmy, prize and pry.