Fulcrum

usgb/ˈfʊlkrəm/
noun

The point or support on which a lever moves.

When using a seesaw, the fulcrum is the central point that stays grounded while the other ends move up and down.
Visual representation of "fulcrum" - The point or support on which a lever moves.

Often appears as...

  • fulcrum point
  • fulcrum of the lever
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Physical Pivot

In physical contexts, 'fulcrum' refers to the actual point that supports movement.

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The engineer explained that the fulcrum must be stable for the bridge to open smoothly.
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Not Always Visible

'Fulcrum' may be an unseen part inside a mechanism, vital for its operation.

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The clock stopped working because the fulcrum in the mechanism was displaced.
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Balance Essential

'Fulcrum' implies balance, as it's the stabilizing factor in a lever system.

Illustration for Balance Essential
Place the fulcrum under the board's center to evenly balance the weight.
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