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LYNCHPIN
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Dictionary entry overview: What does lynchpin mean?
• LYNCHPIN (noun)
The noun LYNCHPIN has 2 senses:
1. a central cohesive source of support and stability
2. pin inserted through an axletree to hold a wheel on
Familiarity information: LYNCHPIN used as a noun is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
A central cohesive source of support and stability
Classified under:
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents
Synonyms:
anchor; backbone; keystone; linchpin; lynchpin; mainstay
Context example:
he is the linchpin of this firm
Hypernyms ("lynchpin" is a kind of...):
support (something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Pin inserted through an axletree to hold a wheel on
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Synonyms:
linchpin; lynchpin
Hypernyms ("lynchpin" is a kind of...):
pin (a small slender (often pointed) piece of wood or metal used to support or fasten or attach things)
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