| Wield (v. t.) To govern |
| Wield (v. t.) To direct or regulate by influence or authority |
| Wield (v. t.) To use with full command or power, as a thing not too heavy for the holder |
| wield handle manage | handle effectively, The burglar wielded an axe, The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well |
| wield exert maintain | have and exercise, wield power and authority |