hinge
2hinge
verbhingedhing·ing
Definition of HINGE
intransitive verb
: to be contingent on a single consideration or point —used with on or upon <the prosecution's case hinges on the DNA evidence>
transitive verb
: to attach by or furnish with hinges
See Examples of HINGE
- <the outcome of the game hinged on a single play>
First Known Use of HINGE
1719
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