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hinge Definition and Meaning in English (hinge definition)

noun
Synonyms:pivotjoint
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Hinge definition: A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings open and closed, or that connects two parts so that one can swing relative to the other.

Definitions of Hinge

  1. 1noun

    A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings open and closed, or that connects two parts so that one can swing relative to the other.

  2. 2verb

    To depend entirely on something, or to be a central point on which something turns or is based.

Example Sentences

casual

“The door creaked open on rusty hinges.”

business

“The success of the project will hinge on the team's collaboration.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensehinged
present participlehinging

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Hinge definition: A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings open and closed, or that connects two parts so that one can swing relative to the other.
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'Hinge' translates to 'hinge' in English. Hinge definition: A movable joint or mechanism on which a door, gate, or lid swings open and closed, or that connects two parts so that one can swing relative to the other.
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