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kingpin
This term carries a strong association with power and control, often implying a hidden or clandestine authority. When used to describe a person, it typically carries a negative or criminal connotation, suggesting a mastermind who directs a complex operation from the shadows. It is more evocative than "leader" or "boss" because it suggests that the entire structure would collapse if this single individual were removed.
In technical or sporting contexts, the word shifts to a literal meaning of a central axis or pivot. In bowling, it refers specifically to the head pin, while in automotive mechanics, it describes a critical structural component. Unlike the figurative use, these applications are neutral and descriptive, focusing on physical stability and central positioning.
Meanings
Examples
The police finally arrested the drug kingpin after a year of surveillance.
If we take down the kingpin, the entire syndicate will collapse.
He thinks he is the kingpin of the local gambling ring.
The mechanic noticed that the kingpin was severely worn down.
I need to replace the kingpin to fix the steering alignment on this old truck.
Check the kingpin for any signs of corrosion before installing the axle.
I just need to hit the kingpin to get a strike.
The ball missed the kingpin and left a split on the lane.