tailpiece

== English == === Etymology === From tail +‎ piece. === Pronunciation === (General American) IPA(key): /ˈteɪlˌpis/ === Noun === tailpiece (plural tailpieces) An appendage or appendix. (music, lutherie) An element, often triangular, to which the strings of a violin, guitar, etc. are attached at the lower end of an instrument. (architecture) A short joist between a header and a wall. The part of a telescope containing the adjusting device for the eyepiece, etc. The part of a lock that transmits motion from the hub to the latch bolt. (printing) An ornamental design at the end of a chapter or page. Coordinate term: headpiece ==== Translations ====