knier

Definitions of knier
  1. noun
    a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other
    synonyms: hengsel, scharnier, scharnierband
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    type of:
    dam, koppeling, koppelstuk, las, lasverbinding, naad, tussenstuk, verbinding, verbindingsstuk, voeg
    junction by which parts or objects are joined together
  2. noun
    a circumstance upon which subsequent events depend
    synonyms: hengsel, scharnier
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    type of:
    omstandigheid
    a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity
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