LINCHPINS

Noun

linchpins

plural of linchpin

Source: Wiktionary


LINCHPIN

Linch"pin`, n. Etym: [AS. lynis the axletree; akin to D. luns linchpin, OS. lunisa, LG. lunse, G. lünse, OHG. lun peg, bolt.]

Definition: A pin used to prevent the wheel of a vehicle from sliding off the axletree.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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