pen
Plural
pens
1
an instrument for writing or drawing with ink, usually made of plastic or metal
- Can you lend me your red pen to fill out this form?
- He writes his thoughts and ideas in a journal with a fancy pen.
- She uses a black pen to sign important documents.
- They keep a collection of colorful pens for drawing and doodling.
- We sign our names with a pen when writing greeting cards.
2
a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play
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3
a designated enclosed area where domesticated animals such as pigs, goats, and chickens are housed
4
a female swan distinguished from the male swan by being smaller in size and having less prominent black knob on the beak
5
a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes
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