Definition of "peavey" [pea•vey]

• An implement consisting of a wooden shaft with a metal point and a hinged hook near the end, used to handle logs. (noun)

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• "Ben stared at him, too surprised to speak, but the moment the word peavey passed Crowley's lips, Ben knew he'd identified the weapon."
• "From what I gather, your peavey is a solid state combo amp."
• "He set the peavey aside and considered what to do next."