Hinge: meaning, definitions and examples

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hinge

[ hɪndʒ ]

^{Context #1}

on a door

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

Synonyms

articulation, joint, pivot

Examples of usage

She carefully oiled the hinges of the door to stop it from creaking.
The hinges on the gate were rusty and difficult to open.

^{Context #2}

figurative

A central point or principle on which everything depends.

Synonyms

center, core, heart

Examples of usage

Trust is the hinge of any successful relationship.
Mutual respect is the hinge on which our partnership is built.

^{Context #3}

to attach with a hinge

To attach or join with or as if with a hinge.

Synonyms

attach, connect, join

Examples of usage

The carpenter hinged the door to the frame.
She hinged the lid of the box shut.

Translations

Translations of the word "hinge" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dobradiça

🇮🇳 काज

🇩🇪 Scharnier

🇮🇩 engsel

🇺🇦 завіса

🇵🇱 zawias

🇯🇵 蝶番 (ちょうつがい)

🇫🇷 charnière

🇪🇸 bisagra

🇹🇷 menteşe

🇰🇷 경첩

🇸🇦 مفصلة

🇨🇿 pant

🇸🇰 pánt

🇨🇳 铰链 (jiǎoliàn)

🇸🇮 tečaj

🇮🇸 hjör

🇰🇿 топса

🇬🇪 საკიდი (sakidi)

🇦🇿 menteşe

🇲🇽 bisagra

Word origin

The word 'hinge' originated in the late Middle English period, derived from the Old French word 'henge', meaning 'hook, hinge'. The concept of a hinge has been essential in the development of doors, gates, and other movable structures throughout history, providing a mechanism for smooth opening and closing motions.