hinge
Translation
hinge, pivot, joint
Examples
The door came off its hinges.
The door came off its hinges.
The success of the project is the hinge of our plan.
The success of the project is the hinge of our plan.
Grammar Patterns
a hinge on ((sth.)) The hinge on the door is rusty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pivot, joint
Etymology
From Old English, related to 'hang'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a door 'hanging' on its hinges.