Peg Definition & Meaning
peg
- noun
- a wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface
- small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc.
- informal terms for the leg; "fever left him weak on his sticks"
- a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg
- regulator that can be turned to regulate the pitch of the strings of a stringed instrument
- a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing
- verb
- succeed in obtaining a position; "He nailed down a spot at Harvard"
- pierce with a wooden pin or knock or thrust a wooden pin into
- fasten or secure with a wooden pin; "peg a tent"
- stabilize (the price of a commodity or an exchange rate) by legislation or market operations; "The weak currency was pegged to the US Dollar"
"Peg" in song lyrics
See how peg is used in real songs:
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"Snatched it off and beat him over the head with a peg"
Sway and King Tech f/ Eminem — Eminem Part 1 -
"Whittling out a hickory peg"
— Doctor Drake -
"simon peg"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with peg
Usage tips for "peg"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "peg" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for peg to find words that pair well.