ballpoint

English

Etymology

ball +‎ point

Noun

ballpoint (plural ballpoints)

(colloquial) A ballpoint pen.
Have you seen my ballpoint? I need to sign this form, and a felt-tip won't make carbons.
(sewing) A kind of needle with a rounded tip.

Synonyms

(pen): biro

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