Used informally to soften the harshness of 'die'. Not used in formal situations.

Colloquial Euphemism

Sometimes used humorously about ones' or others' potential death scenarios.

Humorous Undertone

Not appropriate in serious or formal contexts, such as funerals or official documents.

Refers physically to securing something like a tent with pegs.

Commonly used in the context of camping or outdoor events.

Used in spatial contexts to specify particular areas or perimeters.

Often said when planning or in the early stages of a project.

Specific to the card game cribbage, involves moving pegs to keep score.

Understanding this term is useful in social gaming contexts, especially in English-speaking regions.