leverage [ˈliːvərɪdʒ]
leverage
noun1. (physics)
Grab onto that rock on your left as leverage to pull you up.Agarra esa roca a su izquierda como apalancamiento para subirte.
b. hacer palanca
You can use a flat screwdriver as leverage to open the paint can.Para abrir la lata de pintura, puedes hacer palanca con un destornillador.
2. (influence)
transitive verbMy father has a lot of leverage in the club and can give you a discount.Mi padre tiene mucha influencia en el club y te puede dar un descuento.
You can only find a job in that organization if you have leverage with someone who works there.Solo puedes conseguir trabajo en esa organización si tienes palanca con alguien que trabaja allí.
3. (finance)
a. apalancar
The bank finances large scale investments and leverages additional financial resources.El banco financia a grandes inversionistas y los apalanca con fondos adicionales.
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