Penlike

Part of speech: adjective

Definitions

1. Having a shape or form that is similar to that of a writing instrument used to apply ink
2. Appearing like a slender cylindrical object typically used for writing
3. Characterized by a form or outline that closely mirrors the common pen in size and appearance

Etymology: "Penlike" is a plain compound: "pen," the writing instrument, joined to the suffix "-like," meaning "resembling or having the form of." The result describes something shaped like a writing tool, such as a slender, cylindrical object. The word "pen" itself has a longer history, coming from Latin "penna," meaning feather, since quill feathers were the original writing implements. The suffix "-like" comes from Old English "-lic," derived from the noun "lic," meaning body or form, which is why the ending still carries the sense of resemblance in English.

Synonyms: pen-shaped, pen-shaped, stylus-like, marker-like, writing-tool-like

Antonyms: non-penlike, non-cylindrical