fulcrumnoun
uk/ˈfʊl.krəm/us/ˈfʊl.krəm/plural fulcrums or fulcra[ C ] specialized physics the point at which a bar, or something that is balancing, is supported or balances:
A seesaw balances at its fulcrum.
[ S ] formal the main thing or person needed to support something or to make it work or happen:
The fulcrum of the debate/argument is the individual's right to choose.
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Machines - parts
- bearing
- clutch
- cog
- cogwheel
- hub
- inlet
- input
- jet
- lever
- manifold
- pivot
- rack and pinion
- ram
- ratchet
- sleeve
- soft key
- stepney
- timer
- vee belt
- wheel
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