propelling pencil
noun
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
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Words nearby propelling pencil
propeller, propeller head, propeller horsepower, propeller shaft, propeller wash, propelling pencil, propend, propene, propense, propension, propensity
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