ballpoints

[US]/ˈbɔːlˌpɔɪnts/
[UK]/ˈbɑːlˌpoɪnts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A type of pen that uses a small rotating ball to apply ink to paper.

Phrases & Collocations

cheap ballpoints

high-quality ballpoints

ballpoints are everywhere

Example Sentences

she bought a pack of ballpoints for her art class.

he prefers to write with ballpoints rather than pencils.

the ballpoints in the drawer are all out of ink.

she always carries a few ballpoints in her bag.

ballpoints are great for taking quick notes.

he gifted her a set of colorful ballpoints.

ballpoints can smudge if not allowed to dry properly.

she prefers ballpoints because they are more reliable.

he collects vintage ballpoints from different eras.

using ballpoints is a common practice in offices.

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