Associations to the word «Tailpiece»
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Wiktionary
TAILPIECE, noun. An appendage or appendix.
TAILPIECE, noun. (music) (lutherie) A triangular piece of metal or ebony to which the strings of a violin, guitar, etc. are attached at the lower end.
TAILPIECE, noun. (architecture) A short joist between a header and a wall.
TAILPIECE, noun. The part of a telescope containing the adjusting device for the eyepiece, etc.
TAILPIECE, noun. The part of a lock that transmits motion from the hub to the latch bolt.
Dictionary definition
TAILPIECE, noun. Appendage added to extend the length of something.
Wise words
Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before
you let it fall.