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peg

Pronunciation: [pɛg]

Word

Context: “objects”

(noun) a small, often cylindrical object that is used to hold things together, or to fasten something. You might use pegs to hang clothes on a line or to keep pieces of paper together.

Example

I used a wooden peg to hang my jacket on the hook.

Example

She couldn't find a peg to hold the picture in place, so it fell down.

Example

Do you have a peg for this laundry line?

Context: “mounting”

(verb) to attach or secure something with a peg. It's like putting a small stick or pin into something to keep it in place.

Example

I pegs my artwork to the board so everyone could see it.

Example

He didn't peg the tent down tightly, and it blew away in the wind.

Example

Can you peg the flag to the top of the pole?

Context: “identifying”

(verb) to recognize or determine something, especially in a specific way. It's like saying you figured something out or placed it in a certain category.

Example

I can peg her as someone who loves adventure.

Example

I can't peg his mood today; it's hard to tell how he feels.

Example

How do you peg someone's personality in a group?

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