Aushebeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Aushebeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "undermine", "circumvent" or "override".

Essential properties of "aushebeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: aushebeln
  • Simple past: hebelte aus
  • Participle: ausgehebelt

See full conjugation of aushebeln

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "aushebeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To undermine, circumvent, or disable a system/rule"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Dieb konnte das Sicherheitssystem aushebeln.The thief was able to circumvent the security system.
  2. Die neuen Gesetze hebeln die alten Regelungen aus.The new laws override the old regulations.
  3. Er versucht, die Opposition auszuhebeln.He tries to undermine the opposition.

2.) "To pry or lever something out"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er musste die Kiste mit einem Hebel aushebeln.He had to pry open the box with a lever.
  2. Der Mechaniker hebelt den Motor aus.The mechanic levers out the engine.
  3. Sie hebelten den Stein aus, um darunter zu schauen.They pried out the stone to look underneath.
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