toggle joint — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A mechanical linkage of the type of an elbow joint or kneejoint, consisting of two bars so connected that they may be brought quite or nearly into a straight line, and made to produce great endwise pressure when brought into this position.

   Examples

   A toggle joint, which used a lever system to multiply power, replaced the screw mechanism for forcing down the impression-forming platen.

Noun

1. a joint made by two arms attached by a pivot; used to apply pressure at the two ends by straightening the joint

   Broader terms

   joint