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n a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum n a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum n a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock v to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

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  1. n a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum n a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum n a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock v to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open