"pinblock" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈpɪnˌblɒk/ Forms: pinblocks [plural]
Etymology: Compound of pin + block. Etymology templates: {{glossary|Compound}} Compound, {{com+|en|pin|block}} Compound of pin + block Head templates: {{en-noun}} pinblock (plural pinblocks)
  1. (music, piano) A block of wood (usually hardwood, such as maple or beech) used in pianos, harpsichords, or clavichords to hold the tuning pins in place. Synonyms: wrest plank, wrestplank, tuning block
    Sense id: en-pinblock-en-noun-~PMXE224 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music
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