1 the action of a lever; a way of applying a lever.
2 the power of a lever; the mechanical advantage gained by use of a lever.
3 a means of accomplishing a purpose; power, influence.
4 a set or system of levers.
5 US Commerce gearing.
Phrases and idioms:
leveraged buyout esp. US the buyout of a company by its management using outside capital.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.