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| crank |
a device that moves things in a circle. Cranks have a lever attached at a right angle to the end of an arm that moves in a circle. Cranks are turned by hand or by another arm that connects to the lever. [1/4 definitions] |
| fulcrum |
the point of support on which a lever turns. |
| gearshift |
a lever used to change gears in a car, truck, or other motor vehicle. |
| gear stick |
the British word for the lever used to change gears in a car, truck, or other motor vehicle. "Gear stick" has the same meaning as "gearshift." |
| helm |
a wheel or lever used for steering a ship. |
| jack |
a device for lifting a heavy object a short distance by means of a lever. [1/5 definitions] |
| lever |
a basic tool used to lift or pry things open. A crowbar is one type of lever. [1/2 definitions] |
| pedal |
a lever pushed by the foot to run or control a machine. [1/2 definitions] |
| pendulum |
a weight hung on a long cord, wire, or lever so that it swings back and forth. Pendulums are used to control the movements of some clocks. |
| pry2 |
to move, lift, or open with something that acts as a lever. [1/2 definitions] |
| trigger |
a small lever that when pressed or pulled causes a gun to fire. [1/2 definitions] |
| vise |
a tool used to grip objects. Vises have two jaws that are opened and closed by a lever or screw. |
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