transitive verb see: series Date: circa 1630 1. to put forth (as strength) , to put (oneself) into action or to tiring effort , to bring to bear especially with sustained effort or lasting effect , employ , wield
EXERT
Meaning of EXERT in English
Merriam Webster. Explanatory English dictionary Merriam Webster. Толковый словарь английского языка Мерриам-Уэбстер. 2012