hevelen

Hevelen is a Dutch verb that denotes moving or lifting an object by using a lever or lever-like device. The action relies on a pivot point and the application of force at a distance to achieve a mechanical advantage that makes it easier to raise, tilt, or pry something heavy. The term is used in everyday language as well as in technical and construction contexts.

In practical use, hevelen describes activities such as lifting a panel with a crowbar, opening a lid by levering it, or adjusting components by levering. The act can be carried out with simple tools (levers, bars) or more complex lifting mechanisms. In figurative language, hevelen can convey exerting leverage to influence a process, negotiation, or outcome. In Dutch, related terms include hef (lever) and hefboom (lever arm).

The concept is primarily used in Dutch-language contexts and appears in manuals, workshop discussions, and technical descriptions that involve lifting or moving heavy objects. When translating to English, hevelen is commonly rendered as to lever, to pry up, or to lift with a lever, depending on the specific context.