Meaning of the word "peg away" in English

What does "peg away" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

peg away

US /pɛɡ əˈweɪ/
UK /pɛɡ əˈweɪ/

Phrasal Verb

to work steadily and persistently at something

Example:
She had to peg away at her studies to pass the difficult exam.
If you just peg away at it, you'll eventually finish the project.