pen

/pˈɛn/

/ˈpɛn/

Pen

an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, usually made of plastic or metal

a designated enclosed area where domesticated animals such as pigs, goats, and chickens are housed

a female swan distinguished from the male swan by being smaller in size and having less prominent black knob on the beak

a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes

a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play

synonyms : playpen

to pen

MAIN VERB

to write or compose a letter, novel, play, etc.

synonyms : compose

Examples

1. The pen is mightier than the sword.

2. This pen won't write.

3. I only have one pen in my bag.

4. Please write in pen on both sides of the paper.