news peg

news peg

noun
1.
a news story that forms the basis of or justification for a feature story, editorial, political cartoon, or the like.
2.
the reference in a feature story, editorial, or the like, to the newsworthy event that underlies or justifies it.
Also called peg.


Origin:
1955–60
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News peg is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
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Main Entry:  news peg1
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  an event that is considered worthy of being reported in the news; a reference in a news story to such an event; also called peg
Main Entry:  news peg2
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  a news story that forms the basis for a feature story, editorial, cartoon, interview, etc.
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