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stylus - What does it mean?

Definition of 'stylus'

English

(wikipedia)

Noun

(en-noun)
  • A sharp stick used in ancient times for writing in clay tablets or other surfaces; a sharp tool for engraving.
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  • A phonograph needle.
  • A small plastic stick used as a pen for writing on the touch sensitive screen of an electronic gadget.
  • A tool for making small dots on a piece of heavy paper, used to produce Braille writing for the blind by hand.
  • Derived terms

    * stylograph * stylophone