Definition of "Leverage" :

noun: investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses)

noun: strategic advantage; power to act effectively

"Relatively small groups can sometimes exert immense political leverage."

noun: the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever

verb: provide with leverage

"We need to leverage this company."

verb: supplement with leverage

"Leverage the money that is already available."