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wield

UK
/wiːld/
US
/wiːld/
wield over

Translations

wieldverb
wielded
Past Simple
wielded
Past Participle
wielding
Gerund
UK
/wiːld/
US
/wiːld/
She wields considerable influence in the company.
Elle exerce une influence considérable dans l'entreprise.
The knight wielded his sword with great skill.
Le chevalier maniait son épée avec grande habileté.
Additional translations
détenirPour l'exercice d'un pouvoir ou d'une autorité.
brandirSurtout pour une arme tenue de façon visible ou menaçante.
Synonyms
handle
manipulate
employ
use
control
exercise
manage

Definitions

wieldverb
To hold and use a weapon or tool.
The knight wielded his sword with great skill.
To have and be able to use power or influence.
She wields considerable influence in the company.
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