Linchpin

Word LINCHPIN
Character 8
Hyphenation linch pin
Pronunciations /ˈlɪnt͡ʃˌpɪn/

Definitions and meanings of "Linchpin"

What do we mean by linchpin?

A locking pin inserted in the end of a shaft, as in an axle, to prevent a wheel from slipping off. noun

A central cohesive element. noun

A pin inserted in the spindle of the axle of a vehicle to prevent the wheel from slipping off. Also axle-pin. noun

A pin used to prevent the wheel of a vehicle from sliding off the axletree. noun

A pin inserted through holes at the end of an axle, so as to secure a wheel noun

A central cohesive source of stability and security; a person or thing that is critical to a system or organisation. noun

Pin inserted through an axletree to hold a wheel on noun

A central cohesive source of support and stability noun

A pin inserted through holes at the end of an axle or shaft, so as to secure a wheel or shaft-mounted device.

A central cohesive source of stability and security; a person or thing that is critical to a system or organisation.

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The word "linchpin" in example sentences

Times have now changed, Schumer said, and passing a bill is possible by separating illegal from legal immigrants with what he calls the linchpin: a biometric Social Security card that includes digital records of personal characteristics.

More to the point, it would have to survive without McShane as Silas, continue to function dramatically even after the Saul counterpart dies and its linchpin is gone — which seems, at the moment, inconceivable. ❋ Hal Duncan (2009)

Outlook: The reigning Class AA State Federation champions may run three guards but their linchpin is 6-0 Mike Coburn (16.5 ppg, 6 apg). ❋ Unknown (2006)

Maintaining the impossibly high standards set by previous releases from the Bug and soon to be legendary Burial, label linchpin Kode 9 reverts to the format reserved for his own alchemical productions. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Their alleged aim is to provoke confrontations to split the people and the army, which the council calls the linchpin of the nation's safety and security. ❋ Unknown (2011)

McChrystal's departure played out against a faltering campaign in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province, rising U.S. and NATO casualties on the battlefield, and delays in a Kandahar offensive that has been described as the linchpin to the war effort. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Hudson ruled that the so-called linchpin of the law -- the requirement that most Americans obtain insurance -- exceeds the authority granted to Congress under the Commerce Clause. ❋ Dr. Quentin Young (2010)

The linchpin was their ability to personify and appeal to a great yearning in the souls of the American people in a time of crisis and use that yearning to affect change. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Of course, the US wouldn't be accused of double-speak if it hadn't made a Dadaist term the linchpin of its anti-terrorist programme. ❋ Unknown (2008)

The linchpin was a new federal mandate promoting more sustainable practices on the water and embracing the usage of strong ❋ Lee Crockett (2012)

"We are hoping to use his experience," said Mr. Terbil, who some called the linchpin of the revolt. ❋ By KAREEM FAHIM (2011)

Helmand province, rising U.S. and NATO casualties on the battlefield, and delays in a Kandahar offensive that has been described as the linchpin to the war effort. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Seth Godin: A linchpin is a little piece of a vehicle or device that you can't live without. ❋ Unknown (2010)

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