Meaning of LINCHPIN
| Pronunciation: | | 'linch`pin
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- [n] pin inserted through an axletree to hold a wheel on
- [n] a central cohesive source of support and stability; "faith is his anchor"; "he is the linchpin of this firm"
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| | Synonyms: | | anchor, backbone, lynchpin, lynchpin, mainstay |
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| | See Also: | | pin, support | |
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| | Definition: | | \Linch"pin`\ (l[i^]nch"p[i^]n`), n. [AS. lynis the
axletree; akin to D. luns linchpin, OS. lunisa, LG. lunse, G.
l["u]nse, OHG. lun peg, bolt.]
A pin used to prevent the wheel of a vehicle from sliding off
the axletree.
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