Meaning of the word lynchpin in English
What does lynchpin mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lynchpin
US /ˈlɪntʃ.pɪn/
UK /ˈlɪntʃ.pɪn/
Noun
1.
a person or thing vital to an enterprise or organization
Example:
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She was the lynchpin of the entire project, coordinating all the different teams.
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The CEO is considered the lynchpin of the company's success.
2.
a pin passed through the end of an axle to keep a wheel in position
Example:
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The wagon wheel came off because the lynchpin was missing.
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He carefully inserted the lynchpin to secure the cart's wheel.