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A writing instrument consisting of a narrow, solid piece of graphite or a similar material, typically encased in a wooden or plastic holder.
She picked up a pencil and began to draw.
He used a pencil to take notes during the lecture.
A common school supply, pencils are often used for writing and drawing.
Always keep a sharpener handy to ensure your pencil stays sharp and ready to use.
Use 'pencil' as a singular noun, e.g., 'The pencil is on the table.'
From Old French 'pincel', a diminutive of 'pin', meaning 'pointed'.
Pencils are commonly used in educational settings and for artistic purposes.