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Definition of: wield
(wēld) v.t.
1. To use or handle, as a weapon or instrument, especially with full command and effect.
2. To exercise (authority, power, influence, etc.).
3. Obs. To exercise authority over; command. [Fusion of OE wealdan cause and OE wildan rule]
—wield′·a·ble adjective
—wield′er noun
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