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Rarekingpin
The correct spelling is kingpin.
How to pronounce kingpin
noun
IPA: /ˈkɪŋ.pɪn/
Say it like: Kin-gpi-n
The correct spelling is kingpin. (motorized vehicles) The axis around which steered wheels pivot; a bolt that holds the axis in place—a kingbolt.
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Definition
noun
- 1.(motorized vehicles) The axis around which steered wheels pivot; a bolt that holds the axis in place—a kingbolt.
- 2.The pin at the centre of the triangle of bowling pins (originally the tallest pin in kayles). Sometimes also the headpin at the apex.
- 3.The most important person in an undertaking or organization.
- 4.The bolt holding together the truck of a roller skate or skateboard.
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