Definitions

1. noun

a joint or flexible part that allows two things to move together, especially the part of a door or lid that allows it to be opened and closed

“The door’s hinge creaked loudly as she opened it.”

2. verb

to depend on or be influenced by something

“Her decision hinged on the company’s financial situation.”

3. verb

to fit or be able to be fitted together at a joint

“The two pieces of wood can be hinged together to form a table.”

4. verb

to turn or be turned on a hinge

“The door hinges on its new hardware.”