pedal
IPA: pˈɛdʌɫ
noun
- A lever operated by one's foot that is used to control or power a machine or mechanism, such as a bicycle or piano
- (medicine) an orthopedic structure or a footlike part.
- (music) An effects unit, especially one designed to be activated by being stepped on.
- (equestrianism, humorous) A stirrup.
- (music) The ranks of pipes played from the pedal-board of an organ.
verb
- To operate a pedal attached to a wheel in a continuous circular motion.
- To operate a bicycle.
adjective
- Of or relating to the foot.
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Examples of "pedal" in Sentences
- She pedaled her bicycle furiously up the steep hill, sweat dripping down her face
- The guitarist's foot moved rhythmically up and down on the pedal, creating a wah-wah sound
- The car accelerated as he pressed down on the gas pedal, eager to reach his destination
- She adjusted the tension on her stationary bike pedal to increase the resistance for a more intense workout
- The little girl struggled to reach the pedals of the go-kart, stretching her legs as far as they would go
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