Definitions
1.noun(except in generalized senses below) A crowbar.
2.nounA 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.
3.nounA small such piece to trigger or control a mechanical device (like a button).
4.nounA bar, as a capstan bar, applied to a rotatory piece to turn it.
5.nounAn arm on a rock shaft, to give motion to the shaft or to obtain motion from it.
6.verbTo move with a lever."With great effort and a big crowbar I managed to lever the beam off the floor."
7.verbTo use, operate or move (something) like a lever (physically).
8.verbTo use (something) like a lever (in an abstract sense).
9.verbTo increase the share of debt in the capitalization of a business.