ballpoint

English

Etymology

From ball +‎ point.

Pronunciation

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Noun

ballpoint (plural ballpoints)

1. (colloquial) A ballpoint pen.

   Have you seen my ballpoint? I need to sign this form, and a felt-tip won't make carbons.

2. (sewing) A kind of needle with a rounded tip.

Synonyms

• (pen): biro

Anagrams

• pointball