leverage
/lˈɛvɝɪdʒ/
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Definitions
Noun
the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
Noun
strategic advantage; power to act effectively; "relatively small groups can sometimes exert immense political leverage"
Noun
investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses)
Verb
supplement with leverage; "leverage the money that is already available"
Verb
provide with leverage; "We need to leverage this company"
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