ped·al
 pedal
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- pronunciation:
- pe
d
l
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Homophone Note, Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition: |
a part pushed by the foot to run or control a machine.
Some cars have three pedals: one for the brake, one for the gas, one for the clutch.You operate the sewing machine with this pedal.
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
pedals, pedaling, pedaled |
| definition: |
to operate or use a pedal or pedals.
She pedaled her bike up the hill. |
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peddle (to sell)?
Pedal and
peddle sound alike but have different meanings.