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By Jeff A. Benner
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(waw) Add / Peg
Pictograph: The pictograph is a picture of a tent peg. The tent peg is a "Y" shaped wooden peg, which is driven into firm soil. The tent ropes were attached to these pegs. The "Y" shape prevents the rope from slipping off the peg.
Definition: To add, secure or attach together.
Strong's #: 2053
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