Pedal: meaning, definitions and examples

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pedal

[ ˈpɛdəl ]

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bicycle

A foot-operated lever used for powering a bicycle.

Synonyms

bike pedal, cycle pedal, foot lever

Examples of usage

She pushed down on the pedal to start moving.
Make sure to use both pedals when riding a bike.

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music

A lever on a piano, organ, or other musical instrument that is pressed by the foot to produce a sound.

Synonyms

foot lever, musical pedal

Examples of usage

He used the pedal to sustain the notes on the piano.
The organist skillfully controlled the pedals while playing.

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action

To press or operate a pedal.

Synonyms

operate, press, push

Examples of usage

She pedaled the bicycle up the hill.
He pedaled the sewing machine with his foot.

Translations

Translations of the word "pedal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pedal

🇮🇳 पेडल

🇩🇪 Pedal

🇮🇩 pedal

🇺🇦 педаль

🇵🇱 pedał

🇯🇵 ペダル

🇫🇷 pédale

🇪🇸 pedal

🇹🇷 pedal

🇰🇷 페달

🇸🇦 دواسة

🇨🇿 pedál

🇸🇰 pedál

🇨🇳 踏板

🇸🇮 pedal

🇮🇸 fótstig

🇰🇿 педаль

🇬🇪 პედალი

🇦🇿 pedal

🇲🇽 pedal

Word origin

The word 'pedal' originated from the Latin word 'pedālis', which means 'of the foot'. It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. The concept of pedals has been integral to various inventions, from bicycles to musical instruments, allowing for foot-powered control and operation.