peg
Plural
pegs
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a small, cylindrical or tapered piece of wood or plastic that is used to fasten clothes to a clothesline
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.
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a wooden, metal or plastic screw that is turned to regulate the strings of a musical instrument
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.
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a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg
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a small marker or token used to keep score on a scoring board or define locations etc.
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(baseball) a quick, accurate throw to a base to get a runner out
A peg in baseball or softball refers to a strong and accurate throw made by a player, typically when trying to get a runner out. The term is often used when a fielder makes a quick throw to a base, aiming to tag out a runner attempting to steal or advance. For example, a catcher might make a peg to second base to try to stop a runner from stealing. It highlights the strength and precision of the throw, making it an important play in defense.
- The outfielder's peg to home plate prevented the runner from scoring.
- The third baseman's quick peg to second resulted in a double play.
- The shortstop made a perfect peg to first base to get the runner out.
- The fielder's peg was so accurate that the runner didn't have a chance.
- The center fielder's peg to third base stopped the runner from advancing.
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(Canada) a nickname for the city of Winnipeg
- I just got back from the Peg.
- She's moving to the Peg next month.
- The Peg has some great restaurants.
- We spent the weekend in the Peg.
- He grew up in the Peg.