Meaning of the word fulcrum in English
What does fulcrum mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fulcrum
US /ˈfʊl.krəm/
UK /ˈfʊl.krəm/
Noun
1.
the point on which a lever rests or is supported and on which it pivots
Example:
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The seesaw needs a strong fulcrum in the middle to balance.
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He used a rock as a fulcrum to pry open the heavy lid.
2.
a thing that plays a central or essential role in an activity, event, or situation
Example:
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The CEO's decision was the fulcrum of the company's new strategy.
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The discovery of oil became the fulcrum for the nation's economic growth.