Definition of "tailpiece" in İngilizce

noun

1. An appendage or appendix.

2. (music, lutherie) An element, often triangular, to which the strings of a violin, guitar, etc. are attached at the lower end of an instrument.

3. (architecture) A short joist between a header and a wall.

4. The part of a telescope containing the adjusting device for the eyepiece, etc.

5. The part of a lock that transmits motion from the hub to the latch bolt.

6. (printing) An ornamental design at the end of a chapter or page.