pen — a writing instrument using ink
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a writing instrument using ink
Pronunciation (IPA): /pen/
Example Sentences
- My pen ran out of ink during the most important exam question!
- The famous author penned his masterpiece in a small café.
- I always lose my pens, but somehow I have 20 pencils I never use.
pen
NOUN[/pen/]
a writing instrument using ink
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'pen' derives from Latin 'penna', meaning 'feather'. Historically, writing instruments were fashioned from bird feathers, which gave rise to the term for the tool itself.
Breakdown
Latin 'penna' (feather) → English 'pen'. The semantic shift reflects the practical origin of early writing implements, where feathers served as the primary writing medium.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My pen ran out of ink during the most important exam question!”
“The famous author penned his masterpiece in a small café.”
“I always lose my pens, but somehow I have 20 pencils I never use.”
“The farmer built a new pen for his chickens.”
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