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Fulcrum - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

fulcrum

/ˈfʊlkrəm/ /ˈfʌlkrəm/

Definition:

The pivot or point on which a lever turns or is supported.

Synonyms:

pivot, axis, hinge, support

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

instability, imbalance

Common Collocations:

lever's fulcrum, balance fulcrum, fulcrum point, mechanical fulcrum

Derivatives:

fulcra (plural), fulcral (adjective)

Usage Tips:

Use "fulcrum" to describe the central support point in physics or metaphorically in discussions of balance or leverage.

Common Phrases:

"fulcrum of power, " "fulcrum of change, " "fulcrum of debate"

Etymology:

From Latin "fulcrum," meaning "bedpost" or "support," derived from "fulcire" (to prop up).

Examples:

  • 1. The seesaw's fulcrum allows it to move up and down smoothly.
  • 2. He placed the crowbar's fulcrum under the rock to lift it easily.
  • 3. The negotiation became the fulcrum of their business strategy.
  • 4. A strong core acts as the body's fulcrum during exercise.

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