About The Word Linchpin
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Linchpin
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What's The Definition Of Linchpin?
[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" Synonyms | Synonyms for Linchpin: anchor | backbone | lynchpin | lynchpin | mainstay Related Terms | Find terms related to Linchpin: Linchpin In Webster's Dictionary \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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