To use with full command or power, as a thing not too heavy for the holder; to manage; to handle; hence, to use or employ; as, to wield a sword; to wield the scepter.

handle effectively; "The burglar wielded an axe"

To direct or regulate by influence or authority; to manage; to control; to sway.

To govern; to rule; to keep, or have in charge; also, to possess.

of power or authority