hinge

noun
UK: /hɪndʒ/
US: /hɪndʒ/

  1. A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings as it opens and closes.

    1. The door's hinge was rusty, making it hard to open.
    2. Check the gate hinge; it might need tightening after the storm.

  2. A crucial point on which something depends or pivots; a key factor.

    1. The election results hinge on voter turnout.
    2. Whether or not the project succeeds will hinge on securing funding.

Synonyms

joint pivot depend revolve
hinge verb

  1. To attach something with a hinge.

    1. We will hinge the gate to the fence post.
    2. Hinge the cabinet doors carefully to ensure they align correctly.

  2. To depend entirely on something.

    1. The entire operation will hinge on his cooperation.
    2. Our decision may hinge on the information we receive tomorrow.
hinge intransitive-verb

  1. To depend on something; be contingent on.

    1. The plan will hinge upon good weather, so we have to wait.
    2. Whether they accept the offer will hinge on their current financial situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hinge" in English means: A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings as it opens and closes., A crucial point on which something depends or pivots; a key factor..

The phonetic transcription of "hinge" is /hɪndʒ/ in British English and /hɪndʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hinge": joint, pivot, depend, revolve.

Example usage of "hinge": "The door's hinge was rusty, making it hard to open.". More examples on the page.