pedal

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Pronunciation
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A lever operated by one's foot that is used to control or power a machine or mechanism, such as a bicycle or piano

Example Sentences
  • A piano usually has two or three pedals.
2 Definition

A foot or footlike part.

3 Definition

An effects unit, especially one designed to be activated by being stepped on.

4 Definition

(equestrian) A stirrup.

5 Definition

The ranks of pipes played from the pedal-board of an organ.

Example Sentences
  • A small organ commonly has only one or two ranks on the pedal.
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To operate a pedal attached to a wheel in a continuous circular motion.

Example Sentences
  • to pedal one's loom
2 Definition

To operate a bicycle.

Example Sentences
  • He was out of breath from pedalling up the steep hill.
Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of or relating to the foot.