linchpin

/'lintʃpin/
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linchpin

The mechanic inserts the linchpin to secure the wheel on the axle.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A pin inserted through an axle to keep a wheel in place: A physical fastener, typically a pin or peg, that secures a wheel on an axle.
    • A central cohesive source of support and stability: A person or thing that is essential to the success, stability, or functioning of a system, organization, or plan.
Usage Examples
  • Noun (Physical Object):
    • The blacksmith forged a new linchpin for the wagon wheel.
    • Without the linchpin, the wheel would slide right off the axle.
  • Noun (Figurative, Central Element):
    • The lead researcher is the linchpin of the entire project; we cannot proceed without her.
    • Trust is the linchpin of any successful partnership.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be the linchpin": To be the most critical element upon which everything else depends.
    • Her innovative strategy was the linchpin in the company's turnaround.
  • "To serve as a linchpin for something": To function as the central, unifying element.
    • This trade agreement serves as a linchpin for regional economic stability.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lynchpin: An alternative, equally correct spelling of "linchpin."
    • He is considered the lynchpin of the defensive lineup.
  • Keystone (noun): Often used similarly in a figurative sense to mean the central supporting element of an arch or system.
    • Education is the keystone of a progressive society.
  • Anchor (noun): Can be used figuratively to mean a source of stability or security.
    • She was the emotional anchor for her family during the crisis.
Synonyms
  • Cornerstone: The indispensable and fundamental basis of something.
  • Mainstay: A chief support or principal reliance.
  • Hub: The central or most important part of a system or activity.
  • Pivot: The central point, pin, or shaft on which a mechanism turns or depends.
Related Phrases
  • Hold everything together: To be the element that prevents a system from failing or falling apart (similar figurative meaning).
    • Her leadership is what holds the entire department together.
linchpin

The mechanic inserts the linchpin to secure the wheel on the axle.

Noun
  1. pin inserted through an axletree to hold a wheel on
  2. a central cohesive source of support and stability
    • faith is his anchor
    • the keystone of campaign reform was the ban on soft money
    • he is the linchpin of this firm

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