Definition of wield
transitive verb
1 chiefly dialectal : to deal successfully with : manage
2 : to handle (something, such as a tool) especially effectively wield a broom
3a : to exert one's authority by means of wield influenceb : to have at one's command or disposal did not wield appropriate credentials — G. W. Bonham
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Examples of wield in a Sentence
The man was wielding a gun.
Can he wield a hammer?
He wields a great deal of influence over his students.
Origin and Etymology of wield
Middle English welden to control, from Old English wieldan; akin to Old High German waltan to rule, Latin valēre to be strong, be worth
First Known Use: before 12th century
WIELD Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of wield for English Language Learners
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: to hold (something, such as a tool or weapon) in your hands so that you are ready to use it
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: to have and use (power, influence, etc.)
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