leverage

中文意思

n. the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
n. strategic advantage; power to act effectively
n. investing with borrowed money as a way to amplify potential gains (at the risk of greater losses)
v. supplement with leverage

n. 杠杆作用
You can use a long piece of wood to get more leverage when moving this heavy stone.
搬动这块重石头时，你可以用一根长木棍来获得更好的杠杆作用。
n. 影响力
The company used its market leverage to negotiate a better deal with the supplier.
该公司利用其市场影响力，与供应商谈判获得了更好的交易条件。
v. 利用
We should leverage our online platform to reach more international customers.
我们应该利用自己的在线平台去吸引更多的国际客户。
v. 举债经营
The firm decided to leverage its assets in order to expand into new markets.
这家公司决定通过举债经营其资产，以便向新市场扩张。