linchpin | ||
1. | [ noun ] a central cohesive source of support and stability | |
Synonyms: | anchor backbone lynchpin keystone mainstay | |
Examples: | "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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Related terms: | support anchor | |
2. | [ noun ] pin inserted through an axletree to hold a wheel on | |
Synonyms: | lynchpin | |
Related terms: | pin | |
Similar spelling: |
lynchpin lion_cub |