Meaning of leverage

Definition of leverage

(noun) the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
strategic advantage; power to act effectively; "relatively small groups can sometimes exert immense political leverage"
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"
provide with leverage; "We need to leverage this company"

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