pencilling Definition

pencil
noun

1a. A writing and drawing instrument consisting of a wooden shaft containing a stick of graphite or other material, which is sharpened for use, and makes more or less erasable marks;


Example: pencil drawing
2. Such material, especially with regard to the alterability of marks made with it.

Example: written in pencil
3. Something with a similar function or shape, eg for medical or cosmetic purposes.

Example: an eyebrow pencil
4a. Something long, fine and narrow in shape;


Example: pencil pleat
Example: pencil torch
5. A narrow beam of light.

Example: a pencil of light
6. optics.
A set of rays of light diverging from or converging to a point.

verb

(N Amer)
pencilled, pencilling, penciled, penciling
1. To write, draw or mark something with a pencil.

Derivative: penciller
noun

Etymology: 15c: from Latin penicillus painter's brush, diminutive of peniculus little tail, from penis tail.

Phrasal Verb: pencil something or someone in

To note down a provisional commitment, eg for a meeting, spending time with someone, etc, in one's diary, for later confirmation
Example: I'll pencil you in for 3 o'clock.

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pencilling
penciling
noun

1. The art or act of painting, writing, sketching or marking with a pencil.
2. Marks made with a pencil.
3. Fine lines.
4. The marking of joints in brickwork with white paint.