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pencils
/ˈpensl̩z/
[/ˈpensl̩z/]
plural of pencil
Beginnernoun
Definition
Pencils is the plural of pencil, thin sticks used for writing and drawing.
Example
The box was full of coloured pencils.
The box was full of coloured pencils.
Etymology
From Latin 'penicillus'; the plural adds '-s'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common school item.