Definitions
- A wooden or metal pin used to secure an oar in a rowlock. - A device used to hold a boat's oars in place while rowing. - A pin or peg used to secure a fishing rod in place on a boat.
- A cylindrical or tapered piece of wood, metal, or plastic used to fasten or secure something. - A small stick or rod used to hold up clothes on a clothesline. - A wooden or plastic dowel used to hold two pieces of material together.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are small, cylindrical objects.
- 2Both are used to hold or secure something in place.
- 3Both can be made of wood or metal.
What is the difference?
- 1Function: Tholepin is specifically used to secure an oar in a rowlock or a fishing rod on a boat, while peg has a wider range of uses, such as fastening or securing various objects.
- 2Size: Tholepin is typically larger than peg and designed for a specific purpose, while peg can vary in size and shape depending on its intended use.
- 3Material: While both can be made of wood or metal, peg can also be made of plastic or other materials, while tholepin is typically made of wood or metal.
- 4Shape: Tholepin is usually cylindrical with a flat top, while peg can have various shapes, such as tapered, cylindrical, or rectangular.
- 5Context: Tholepin is primarily used in nautical contexts, while peg has a wider range of everyday uses.
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Remember this!
Tholepin and peg are both small, cylindrical objects used to hold or secure something in place. However, tholepin is specifically designed for securing an oar in a rowlock or a fishing rod on a boat, while peg has a wider range of uses and can vary in size, shape, and material depending on its intended use.
