"peg"の定義と意味

Peg

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洗濯ばさみ, クリップ

a small, cylindrical or tapered piece of wood or plastic that is used to fasten clothes to a clothesline

What is a "peg"?

A peg is a small device used for fastening clothes or other items to a clothesline or clotheshorse, typically made of plastic or wood, with two prongs that can be squeezed together to open the jaws of the peg and released to secure the item. Pegs are a convenient tool for drying clothes, allowing them to hang freely in the breeze and sunshine without slipping or falling from the line. They are also used for other purposes, such as clipping papers together or hanging decorations. Pegs come in various sizes and shapes and can be found in a range of colors and materials to suit different needs and preferences.

ペグ, ねじ

a wooden, metal or plastic screw that is turned to regulate the strings of a musical instrument

What is a "peg"?

A peg is a small, cylindrical piece of wood or metal used on stringed instruments to adjust the tension of the strings. It is typically found at the top end of instruments like violins, guitars, and cellos. By turning the peg, the player can tighten or loosen the string, thereby changing its pitch. Proper adjustment of the pegs is essential for tuning the instrument accurately and maintaining its sound quality.

ピン, クランプ

a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing

義足, 人工足

a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg

脚, 脚

informal terms for the leg

マーカー, ピン

a small marker or token used to keep score on a scoring board or define locations etc.

正確な投げ, ぺグ

(baseball) a quick, accurate throw to a base to get a runner out

to peg

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