Word: PEG
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Definition of PEG
- A cylindrical wooden or metal object used to fasten or as a bearing between objects.
- Measurement between the pegs: after killing an animal hunters used the distance between a peg near the animal's nose and one near the end of its tail to measure its body length.
- A protrusion used to hang things on.
"Hang your coat on the peg and come in."
- To fasten using a peg.
"Let's peg the rug to the floor."
- To affix or pin.
"I found a tack and pegged your picture to the bulletin board."
- To fix a value or price.
"China's currency is no longer pegged to the American dollar."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "peg" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "peg" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PEG worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PEG? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PEG:
- # the peg effect
- # master of peg
- # playing with peg
- # in terms of peg
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