English Explanatory Dictionary

lead pencil

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A pencil with a core made of graphite.

Word forms

lead pencil lead pencils

Etymology

Graphite was once thought to be a form of lead.

Synonyms

mechanical pencil
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