1. a lever operated by the foot, especially on a bicycle, car, or musical instrument

1. to operate or move by using pedals, especially to ride a bicycle

1. relating to the foot or feet
Usage: medical; technical

Examples

• She pressed the brake pedal to stop the car.
• The piano has three pedals for different sound effects.
• He learned to pedal his bicycle without training wheels.
• They decided to pedal through the park on Sunday morning.
• The gas pedal was stuck, causing the engine to race.
• She had to pedal harder to climb the steep hill.
• The organist used the foot pedals to play the bass notes.