lever meaning and definition

LEVER noun

Definition of lever (noun)

1. a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
2. a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum
3. a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock
   • synonyms: lever tumbler

LEVER verb

Definition of lever (verb)

1. to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
   • "The burglar jimmied the lock": "Raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail"
   • synonyms: jimmy, prise, prize, pry