Kingpin

/ˈkɪŋ.pɪn/ noun

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

Meaning

  1. (noun) (motorized vehicles) The axis around which steered wheels pivot; a bolt that holds the axis in place—a kingbolt.
  2. (noun) 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. (noun) The most important person in an undertaking or organization.
  4. (noun) The bolt holding together the truck of a roller skate or skateboard.

Letter breakdown

  • Kingpin contains 7 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
  • It uses 5 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 14.

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What does Kingpin mean?

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

What are the anagrams of Kingpin?

Valid anagrams: pinking.

How many letters are in Kingpin?

Kingpin has 7 letters.

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