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pencil

noun

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Meaning

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A tool with a graphite core in a casing, used for writing or drawing.

Example Sentence

Please use a pencil to fill in the bubbles on your answer sheet.

Usage Note

Used for writing, drawing, sketching, and marking on paper or other surfaces. It's portable, erasable, and doesn't require ink.

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