Lynchpin: meaning, definitions and examples

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lynchpin

 

[ หˆlษชn(t)สƒpษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

essential component

A lynchpin is a person or thing crucial to the success of an organization, group, or system. It often refers to an integral part that holds various elements together, ensuring stability and functionality.

Synonyms

cornerstone, keystone, linchpin

Examples of usage

  • She is the lynchpin of our project team.
  • The CEO acts as the lynchpin between the board and the employees.
  • Good communication is the lynchpin of effective collaboration.

Translations

Translations of the word "lynchpin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pino mestre

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคกเคผเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sicherungselement

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penghubung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะฟะปั–ะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ czop

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒณใƒใƒ”ใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท goupille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pasador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pim

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุจูˆุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kolรญk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kolรญk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้”€้’‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ klina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nagli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฟะปะธะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒšแƒ˜แƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรผymษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ taco

Etymology

The term 'lynchpin' originated in the 19th century, derived from the combination of the words 'linch' and 'pin.' The word 'linch' can be traced to Old English 'lynce,' meaning to fasten a wheel to a cart or wagon. The 'pin' serves as a fastener, holding parts together, much like how a lynchpin in contemporary usage holds key components or individuals together in a situation, such as a team, organization, or structure. The metaphorical use of 'lynchpin' has gained traction in various fields, emphasizing the importance of certain elements in maintaining overall coherence and efficiency. Over time, this term has become a staple in business and organizational discourse, illustrating the vital role that specific people or components play in the success and integrity of a system.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,660, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.