ballpoint

noun — 2 senses

ballpoint

noun

Etymology From ball + point.

1

Abbreviation, Ellipsis Ellipsis of ballpoint pen; the nib thereof, containing the ball.

  • Have you seen my ballpoint? I need to sign this form, and a felt-tip won't make carbons.
2

Business, Manufacturing, Sewing, Textiles A kind of needle with a rounded tip.

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