pencil

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛnsɪl/
/ˈpɛnsəl/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A paintbrush.

2 Definition

A writing utensil with a graphite (commonly referred to as lead) shaft, usually blended with clay, clad in wood, and sharpened to a taper.

3 Definition

An aggregate or collection of rays of light, especially when diverging from, or converging to, a point.

4 Definition

A family of geometric objects with a common property, such as the set of lines that pass through a given point in a projective plane.

5 Definition

A small medicated bougie.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To write (something) using a pencil.

Example Sentences
  • I penciled (BrE: pencilled) a brief reminder in my notebook.
2 Definition

To mark with, or as if with, a pencil.