받침점을 중심으로 무거운 물체를 들어 올리거나 움직이는 데 사용하는 막대기나 기구
A simple machine consisting of a rigid bar pivoted at a fixed point, used to help move a heavy load with less effort.
예문:
"The mechanics used a long steel lever to pry the rusted panel open."
"A lever reduces the amount of force needed to lift heavy weights."
기계나 장치를 조작하거나 제어하기 위해 손으로 움직이는 손잡이 모양의 부품
A handle or projecting arm that is moved to operate or control a mechanism or machine.
예문:
"Push the lever forward to increase the speed of the engine."
"She pulled the emergency brake lever just in time to avoid the collision."
자신이 원하는 결과를 얻기 위해 상대방에게 압력을 가하거나 상황을 유리하게 이끄는 수단 또는 영향력
A means of exerting pressure or influence on a person or situation to achieve a specific result.
예문:
"The company used its dominant market share as a lever in the price negotiations."
"Foreign aid is often used as a political lever to encourage democratic reforms."
지레나 그와 유사한 도구를 사용하여 물건을 들어 올리거나 특정 위치로 움직이다
To lift or move something using a lever or by applying mechanical advantage.
예문:
"He managed to lever the heavy lid off the crate with a screwdriver."
"The rescue team levered the fallen debris away to reach the trapped survivors."
사람을 설득하거나 압박하여 특정 행동을 하게 만들다, 또는 신체적 노력을 들여 움직이다
To pressurize someone into doing something, or to move oneself or an object with a concerted physical effort.
예문:
"The government was levered into changing its policy by public outcry."
"She slowly levered herself out of the bed after the long surgery."