Meaning Of The Word Thumbpiece

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What's The Definition Of Thumbpiece?

thumbpiece in American English
noun: a lever over the hinge on the lid of a tankard, pressed by the thumb to raise the lid

thumbpiece in British English
noun: a piece that is pressed by the thumb, for example on an instrument or on a lid so as to open it

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