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pencil

Definition

  • noun: an instrument used for writing and drawing that has a hard outer part and a black or colored center part
  • noun: an artist's brush
  • verb: to draw or write (something) with a pencil
  • verb: to paint, draw, write, or mark with a pencil
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: depict

Examples

  • a 'pencil sharpener' [=a device used to make the tip of a pencil sharp so that it can be used for writing]

  • a 'pencil case' [=a small box for holding pencils and other small items, such as erasers]

  • Would you like me to 'pencil' you 'in' [=to schedule you] for Thursday morning at 11?

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Cos some damn fool accused you of being the best. Dillon. You son of a bitch. What's the matter? The CIA got you pushing too many pencils? - Had enough? - Make it easy on yourself, Dutch. - Never did know when to quit. - Damn good to see you, Dutch. - What is this fucking tie business? (..)
    1987 Predator