lead pencil

/lɛd ˌpɛnsəl/
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Other forms: lead pencils

Definitions of lead pencil
  1. noun
    pencil that has graphite as the marking substance
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    type of:
    pencil
    a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood
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