a pen

Noun · English

Meaning 1

an instrument for writing or drawing with ink

(writing instrument)

Example

Do you have a pen for the exam?

Meaning 2

a small enclosure for farm animals

(small enclosure for animals)

Example

The farmer put the sheep back into a pen for the night.

Synonyms

ballpoint, quill, enclosure, corral, paddock

Grammar

plural
pens

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