lever
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A simple bar or handle that pivots on a fixed point and is used to lift or move something with less effort.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He used a metal _____ to pry the heavy lid off the crate."
Answer: lever
In your own words, what does "lever" mean?
A simple bar or handle that pivots on a fixed point and is used to lift or move something with less effort.
Learn next at A2
- liberty The freedom to live, think, and act as you choose, within the limits s...
- lifestyle The way a person or group lives, including their habits, attitudes, an...
- likely Probably going to happen or be true.
- limestone A common gray or white rock formed mainly from the remains of sea crea...
- limit The greatest or smallest amount, level, or extent that is allowed or p...
- link A connection between two things, or a clickable item on a webpage that...