noun a pin or bolt on which another part pivots
In construction, pintles are used in the installation of windows and shutters for pivoting and securing purposes.
In automotive engineering, a pintle injector is a type of fuel injector used in some engines.
In mechanical engineering, a pintle is a pin or bolt on which something pivots or rotates, such as a hinge or a gate.
In maritime engineering, a pintle is a pin or bolt used in the construction of rudders or other moving parts on a ship.
In agricultural machinery, a pintle hitch is a type of towing connection used for trailers and implements.
In the field of engineering, a pintle is a pin or bolt on which another part pivots or rotates. Writers may use this term when describing mechanical components in their technical writing.
A psychologist may use the term pintle when discussing cognitive processes and mechanisms of decision-making, drawing parallels between the pivot function of a pintle and the way certain mental processes operate.