Lever :: Lever (n.) A 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. Specif., a bar of metal, wood, or other rigid substance, used to exert a pressure, or sustain a weight, at one point of its length, by receiving a force or power at a second, and turning at a third on a fixed point called a fulcrum. It is usually named as the first of the six mecha
Lever :: Lever (n.) A bar, as a capstan bar, applied to a rotatory piece to turn it..
Lever :: Lever (n.) An arm on a rock shaft, to give motion to the shaft or to obtain motion from it..
Leverage :: Leverage (n.) The action of a lever; mechanical advantage gained by the lever.
Leveret :: Leveret (n.) A hare in the first year of its age.