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pen

n. countable
A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈpɛn// UK //pˈɛn// pen Archaic Dialect General-service Humorous Informal Literary Slang

n. a small tool that you use for writing or drawing with ink. Most people use them every day at school or work.

n. an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, typically consisting of a metal nib or a ballpoint fitted into a metal or plastic holder.


SIMPLE

I need a blue pen to sign this letter.

CONTEXTUAL

The student reached into her bag and realized she had forgotten to bring a pen to the exam.

COMPLEX

While digital tablets are increasingly common in the classroom, many educators still advocate for the tactile feedback provided by a high-quality fountain pen during long-form writing exercises.

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Usage

Commonly used with the verbs 'write with' or 'use'.

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