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How to pronounce “linchpin

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Pronunciation guide for linchpin

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of linchpin with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The Delicious Potential of Rescuing Wasted Foodbut actually it is really the linchpin in making this new system work.
Definition summary
A pin inserted through holes at the end of an axle or shaft, so as to secure a wheel or shaft-mounted device.

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How to pronounce linchpin

The Delicious Potential of Rescuing Wasted Food

but actually it is really the linchpin in making this new system work.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “linchpin

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A pin inserted through holes at the end of an axle or shaft, so as to secure a wheel or shaft-mounted device.
  • (figuratively) A central cohesive source of stability and security; a person or thing that is critical to a system or organisation.
  • [Verb]
  • (ambitransitive) To adopt as, or serve as, a central cohesive source of stability and security.

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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