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fulcrum

noun ful·crum \ˈfu̇l-krəm, ˈfəl-\

: the support on which a lever moves when it is used to lift something

plural fulcrums or ful·cra \-krə\

Full Definition of FULCRUM

a : prop; specifically : the support about which a lever turns

b : one that supplies capability for action

: a part of an animal that serves as a hinge or support

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Late Latin, from Latin, bedpost, from fulcire to prop — more at balk

First Known Use: 1668

FULCRA Defined for Kids

noun ful·crum \ˈfu̇l-krəm, ˈfəl-\

plural fulcrums or ful·cra \-krə\

: the support on which a lever turns in lifting something

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