lever

(noun) a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum.

(noun) a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum.

(noun) a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock. Synonyms: lever tumbler.

(verb) to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open. Synonyms: pry, prise, prize, jimmy. Example: "The burglar jimmied the lock": "raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail."