pedal

US /ˈped.əl/
UK /ˈped.əl/
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a foot-operated lever or control, especially in a vehicle, on a musical instrument, or on a bicycle

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Press the accelerator pedal to speed up.
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The pianist used the sustain pedal to create a richer sound.
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footresttreadle
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to operate the pedals of a bicycle or other vehicle with one's feet

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She learned to pedal her bike without training wheels.
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He had to pedal hard to keep up with the group.
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cyclebikeride
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