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- pronunciation:
- hInj
- parts of speech:
- noun, intransitive verb, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a device, as on a door or lid, usu. consisting of two pieces connected at a joint so that one piece can open, close, or swing upon the other, stationary piece.
The hinges allow the door to open and close.
- similar words:
- joint, pivot
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| definition 2: |
a part of a living organism that functions similarly, such as an elbow or the part that connects the two halves of a clam shell.
- synonyms:
- joint
- similar words:
- ankle, articulation, elbow, knee
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| definition 3: |
a crucial part or principle, as of an argument.
This was the hinge of his defense.- synonyms:
- basis, foundation
- similar words:
- care, center, premise
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| inflections: |
hinges, hinging, hinged |
| definition: |
to depend (usu. fol. by "on" or "upon").
Success hinges upon her cooperation.- synonyms:
- depend, hang
- similar words:
- pivot, rest, ride
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| related words: |
revolve |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| definition: |
to supply or connect with or as if with a hinge or hinges.
The door was hinged on the left side.- similar words:
- articulate, joint, pivot
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| derivation: |
hingelike (adj.) |
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