Peg
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British pronunciation/pˈɛɡ/
American pronunciation/ˈpɛɡ/

Definition & Meaning of "peg"

Peg
01

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

peg definition and meaning

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.

02

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

peg definition and meaning

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.

03

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

04

a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg

05

informal terms for the leg

06

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

07

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

to peg
01

to secure by using a small, pointed wooden device

Transitive: to peg sth to a frame or support
to peg definition and meaning
02

to establish or set a specific price, rate, or amount for something

Transitive: to peg a price or rate at a specific level
03

to firmly secure or stabilize something in place using a pin

Transitive: to peg sth

peg

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Example
The third baseman's quick peg to second resulted in a double play.
The fielder's peg was so accurate that the runner didn't have a chance.
The cellist adjusted the pegs on her cello to tune the instrument to the correct pitch before the chamber music recital.
The outfielder's peg to home plate prevented the runner from scoring.
The center fielder's peg to third base stopped the runner from advancing.
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