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

Below are all the dictionary definitions of pencil:

1A writing utensil with a graphite (commonly referred to as lead) shaft, usually blended with clay, clad in wood, and sharpened to a taper.
2To write (something) using a pencil.
3To mark with, or as if with, a pencil.
4An aggregate or collection of rays of light, especially when diverging from, or converging to, a point.
5A family of geometric objects with a common property, such as the set of lines that pass through a given point in a projective plane.
6A paintbrush.
7A small medicated bougie.
8Ellipsis of power of the pencil. [(gambling, idiomatic) The authority to charge a punter's gambling or other bills to the casino.]

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What are synonyms for pencil?

Common synonyms for pencil. These words share similar meanings and can often be used interchangeably depending on context.

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About synonyms for pencil

Finding the right synonym for pencil helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A writing utensil with a graphite (commonly referred to as lead) shaft, usually blended with clay, clad in wood, and sharpened to a taper.", pencil has 0 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.

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