View synonyms for peavey

peavey

[ pee-vee ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, plural pea·veys.

peavey

/ ˈpiːvɪ /

See cant hook
a wooden lever with a metal pointed end and a hinged hook, used for handling logs Compare cant hook

Origin of peavey¹

1865–70, Americanism; named after Joseph Peavey, its inventor

Origin of peavey¹

C19: named after Joseph Peavey, American who invented it

The other dropped his peavey, heaved him up in his arms and, thus burdened, made for shore.

Over the turmoil the rivermen fled for shore, each man balancing himself with his peavey, held low across his body.

If it were true, then what had she sought with Peavey, if not to be his wife—what, then?

When Peavey's automobile had been withdrawn, she had tried Gilday, only to find him out of town.

Only Peavey could tell her, make her certain of the truth or falsity of this story.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse