leverage

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leverage Definition

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

leverage Synonyms

• leverage
• leveraging
• purchase