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propelling pencil

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propelling pencil
n
a pencil consisting of a metal or plastic case containing a replaceable lead. As the point is worn away the lead can be extended, usually by turning part of the case
Translations
propelling pencil [prəˈpelɪŋˈpensl] Nlapicero m, portaminas m inv
propelling pencil [prəˌpɛlɪŋˈpɛnsl] n (Brit) → portamina m inv


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