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kingpin

/ˈkɪŋ.pɪn/

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noun

Achsschenkelbolzen

(motorized vehicles) The axis around which steered wheels pivot; a bolt that holds the axis in place—a kingbolt.

Examples :

"The car's kingpin was loose, causing the steering wheel to wobble. "

Der Achsschenkelbolzen des Autos war locker, wodurch das Lenkrad wackelte.

vehicle machine part technical

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noun

Der vorderste Kegel, der Hauptkegel

The pin at the centre of the triangle of bowling pins (originally the tallest pin in kayles). Sometimes also the headpin at the apex.

Examples :

"The bowler aimed carefully, hoping to knock down the kingpin for a strike. "

Der Bowler zielte sorgfältig und hoffte, den vordersten Kegel für einen Strike umzuwerfen.

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noun

Schlüsselfigur, Kopf

The most important person in an undertaking or organization.

Examples :

"In the student council, the kingpin was the president, who made all the important decisions. "

Im Studentenrat war die Schlüsselfigur der Präsident, der alle wichtigen Entscheidungen traf.

person organization business job position

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noun

Achse

The bolt holding together the truck of a roller skate or skateboard.

Examples :

"The skateboard's kingpin was loose, making it hard to turn. "

Die Achse des Skateboards war locker, was das Drehen erschwerte.

part vehicle machine sport