wield

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To command, rule over; to possess or own.
2. 2
   To control, to guide or manage.
3. 3
   To carry out, to bring about.
4. 4
   To handle with skill and ease, especially a weapon or tool.
5. 5
   To exercise (authority or influence) effectively.

Noun

1. 1
   Rule, command; power, control, wielding.

Proper noun

1. 1
   Acronym of Western Institute for Endangered Language Documentation.