pivot
UK/'pivәt/US
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Definitions
n.
A pin or shaft on which something rotates; a person or thing of central importance
枢轴，支点；关键人物，核心
v.
To turn or rotate on a fixed point; to make a swift change in strategy or direction
在枢轴上转动；迅速转变方向或策略
Root Breakdown
Native Englishpivotother
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Common Collocations
- 1.pivot point关键节点，支点
- 2.central pivot中心枢轴
- 3.[pivot around]以……为核心
- 4.serve as a pivot充当核心，发挥枢纽作用
Example Sentences
- 1.
The peace talks became the pivot around which all diplomatic efforts revolved.
- 2.
She is the pivot of the entire research team, coordinating every major project.
- 3.
The door swings smoothly on its central pivot.