Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Pegs.
Pegs - as a noun
A wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nog4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pin5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pin5Informal terms for the leg
Example: "Fever left him weak on his sticks"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pin5stick11Regulator 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
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oarlock13pin5rowlock16thole8tholepin13Pegs - as a verb
Succeed in obtaining a position
Example: "He nailed down a spot at harvard"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nail4nail downPierce with a wooden pin or knock or thrust a wooden pin into
Stabilize (the price of a commodity or an exchange rate) by legislation or market operations
Example: "The weak currency was pegged to the us dollar"
Example Sentences
"Hang your coat on one of the pegs by the door."
"The carpenter used wooden pegs to join the pieces of furniture together."
"She hung up the laundry to dry on the clothes pegs."
"The rock climber placed her gear on the pegs of her harness."
"The teacher used colorful pegs to hold the papers on the bulletin board."
Word Game Points
Is PEGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pegs is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PEGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is PEGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pegs is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPEGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is PEGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pegs is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPEGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
