lynchpin

noun
UK: /ˈlɪntʃ.pɪn/
US: /ˈlɪntʃ.pɪn/

  1. A person or thing that is the most important part of an organization or plan.

    1. He is the lynchpin of our team, we can't lose him.
    2. The new manager is the lynchpin in the company's effort to improve productivity, driving major initiatives.

  2. A locking pin inserted near the end of an axle to prevent a wheel from coming off.

    1. Check the lynchpin to make sure the wheel is secure.
    2. The old cart relied on a sturdy lynchpin to keep its wheels firmly attached to the axle, ensuring a safe ride.

Synonyms

keystone anchor linchpin mainstay cornerstone

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "lynchpin" in English means: A person or thing that is the most important part of an organization or plan., A locking pin inserted near the end of an axle to prevent a wheel from coming off..

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

Synonyms for "lynchpin": keystone, anchor, linchpin, mainstay, cornerstone.

Example usage of "lynchpin": "He is the lynchpin of our team, we can't lose him.". More examples on the page.