noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A small torch or flashlight that resembles a fountain pen.
2. 2
   a small flashlight resembling a fountain pen wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

pen torchpocket light

Example

More examples

"Tom took a penlight out of his pocket."

Etymology

From pen + light.

Related phrases

fountain pen

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