pencil (Meaning)
pencil (n)
a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood
graphite (or a similar substance) used in such a way as to be a medium of communication
a figure formed by a set of straight lines or light rays meeting at a point
a cosmetic in a long thin stick; designed to be applied to a particular part of the face
pencil (v)
write, draw, or trace with a pencil
pencil (n.)
A small, fine brush of hair or bristles used by painters for laying on colors.
A slender cylinder or strip of black lead, colored chalk, slate etc., or such a cylinder or strip inserted in a small wooden rod intended to be pointed, or in a case, which forms a handle, -- used for drawing or writing. See Graphite.
Hence, figuratively, an artist's ability or peculiar manner; also, in general, the act or occupation of the artist, descriptive writer, etc.
An aggregate or collection of rays of light, especially when diverging from, or converging to, a point.
A number of lines that intersect in one point, the point of intersection being called the pencil point.
A small medicated bougie.
pencil (v. t.)
To write or mark with a pencil; to paint or to draw.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pencil
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a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood, graphite (or a similar substance) used in such a way as to be a medium
cartoon, crayon,ink, caricature, profile,outline, scrawl, scribble, picture, draw
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The pencil glided smoothly across the paper, leaving a trail of graphite.
I sharpened the pencil to a fine point, preparing to sketch the intricate details.
The student used a pencil to write their notes, its lead providing a clear and sharp line.
The architect's pencil traced intricate blueprints, shaping the design of the future building.
