Tailpiece
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈteɪlˌpis/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tailpiece is a noun meaning An appendage or appendix.
Meaning
An appendage or appendix.
More Meanings
- (architecture) A short joist between a header and a wall.
- The part of a telescope containing the adjusting device for the eyepiece, etc.
- The part of a lock that transmits motion from the hub to the latch bolt.
- (printing) An ornamental design at the end of a chapter or page.
- (music, lutherie) An element, often triangular, to which the strings of a violin, guitar, etc. are attached at the lower end of an instrument.
Word Forms
- tailpieces
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pendicle, endpiece, tail, tongue, tailpipe, afterpiece.
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