pedal (Meaning)
pedal (n)
a sustained bass note
a lever that is operated with the foot
pedal (v)
ride a bicycle
operate the pedals on a keyboard instrument
pedal (a)
of or relating to the feet
pedal (a.)
Of or pertaining to the foot, or to feet, literally or figuratively; specifically (Zool.), pertaining to the foot of a mollusk; as, the pedal ganglion.
Of or pertaining to a pedal; having pedals.
A lever or key acted on by the foot, as in the pianoforte to raise the dampers, or in the organ to open and close certain pipes; a treadle, as in a lathe or a bicycle.
A pedal curve or surface.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pedal
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pedal Sentence Examples
- The pianist meticulously pressed down on the pedals to enhance the resonance of the piano.
- While cycling, I accidentally stepped on the wrong pedal and lost my balance.
- The drummer vigorously hit the pedals to create a thunderous beat.
- The sewing machine pedal allowed the seamstress to control the speed and direction of the needle.
- The pedals of the organ provide a rich and varied range of sounds.
- The pedals of the guitar are used to modify the tone or add effects.
- I pressed the foot pedal to activate the drill and began drilling into the wall.
- The gas and brake pedals in a car control the speed and direction of the vehicle.
- The pedals on a bicycle propel it forward when they are turned.
- The pedals of a piano accordion are used to change the chords and bass notes.
FAQs About the word pedal
a sustained bass note, a lever that is operated with the foot, ride a bicycle, operate the pedals on a keyboard instrument, of or relating to the feetOf or pert
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The pianist meticulously pressed down on the pedals to enhance the resonance of the piano.
While cycling, I accidentally stepped on the wrong pedal and lost my balance.
The drummer vigorously hit the pedals to create a thunderous beat.
The sewing machine pedal allowed the seamstress to control the speed and direction of the needle.
