kingpin
US /ˈkɪŋ.pɪn/
UK /ˈkɪŋ.pɪn/
名词
1.
主谋, 关键人物, 核心人物
a person or thing that is essential to the success of an organization or operation
示例:
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He was considered the kingpin of the entire criminal enterprise.
他被认为是整个犯罪集团的主谋。
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The CEO is the kingpin of the company's success.
首席执行官是公司成功的关键人物。
2.
主瓶, 前瓶
the main pin in a bowling setup, which is the foremost pin in the diamond formation
示例:
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He aimed for the kingpin to get a strike.
他瞄准主瓶以击出全中。
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Hitting the kingpin correctly is crucial for a good score in bowling.
正确击中主瓶对于保龄球的高分至关重要。