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Pencil sharpener
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
pencil sharpeners
What is a "pencil sharpener"?
A pencil sharpener is a tool used to sharpen the point of a pencil by removing a small amount of wood and exposing the lead inside. It typically consists of a blade or rotating mechanism that shaves the pencil to a fine point, allowing for precise writing or drawing. Pencil sharpeners come in various forms, including manual hand-held sharpeners, electric models, and larger versions for classrooms or offices. Some sharpeners feature a container to collect shavings, while others have adjustable settings to control the sharpness of the pencil tip.
Examples
She used a pencil sharpener to sharpen her dull pencil before the exam.
