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    pencil
    /ˈpɛnsl/

    noun

    • 1. an instrument for writing or drawing, consisting of a thin stick of graphite or a similar substance enclosed in a long thin piece of wood or fixed in a cylindrical case: "have a pencil and paper ready"
    • 2. a set of light rays, lines, etc. converging to or diverging narrowly from a single point.

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPENCIL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of pencil as a noun, adjective and verb, with synonyms, idioms and collocations. See how to use pencil in sentences and compare it with other writing tools.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › pencilPencil Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the various meanings and uses of the word pencil, from an artist's brush to a cosmetic stick. See examples, synonyms, etymology, and related phrases of pencil.

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  5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › PencilPencil - Wikipedia

    A pencil (/ ˈ p ɛ n s ə l / ⓘ) is a writing or drawing implement with a solid pigment core in a protective casing that reduces the risk of core breakage and keeps it from marking the user's hand. Pencils create marks by physical abrasion, leaving a trail of solid core material that adheres to a sheet of paper or other surface.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPENCIL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of pencil as a noun, adjective and verb, with examples of different types and forms of pencils. Find out how to pronounce pencil and see translations in other languages.

  7. www.dictionary.com › browse › pencilPENCIL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    A pencil is a thin cylindrical instrument used for writing, drawing, or marking with graphite or other material. Learn more about the origin, usage, and examples of the word pencil from Dictionary.com.

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of pencil – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge Dictionary

    A pencil is a long, thin wooden object with a black or coloured point that you write or draw with. Learn more about the word pencil, its synonyms, translations and usage examples from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary.

  9. www.thefreedictionary.com › pencilPencil - definition of pencil by The Free Dictionary

    A pencil is a thin, cylindrical implement for writing, drawing, or marking, with a core of graphite, wax, or other substance. Learn more about the origin, types, and uses of pencils, as well as related terms and expressions.