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Meaning:

Noun:

  • obsolete A paintbrush.
  • Writing utensil that uses graphite (commonly referred to as lead). Regular pencils usually have a graphite shaft surrounded by wood. Also available in a mechanical version where the graphite length can be adjusted and sharpening is not needed.

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Verb:

  • To squeeze something -- such as a meeting, feature, or appointment -- into a tight schedule
  • To tentatively make a booking.
  • to write something using a pencil

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