Definition of stylograph in English:
stylograph
noun ˈstʌɪləɡrɑːfˈstīləˌɡraf
A kind of fountain pen having a fine perforated tube instead of a split nib.
Example sentencesExamples
- He used the latest inventions: the stylograph, so that as he wrote one letter delicate levers attached to his pen moved other pens to make copies - no need for a clerk.
- I'm having the worst time of my life drawing with stylographs and pencils, As this Constructive design class I'm having is tough as hell.
- The Hamburg-based company initially made stylographs, but eventually became famous for their impeccable technical drawing pens and pencils.
- The aluminum used to make the stylograph has a more tactile feel thus providing a better grip and writing precision.
- I stood the stylograph as long as I could, and then retired to the pencil.
Derivatives
adjective stʌɪləˈɡrafɪk
He engaged in competition with Duncan Mackinnon, the other stylographic pen inventor.
Example sentencesExamples
- This design was later improved on repeatedly until it became the modern stylographic pen.
- They sit all day writing down his lightest words with stylographic pens of the very latest model.
- Collectible cross products also include its stylographic pens and all its early and novelty pencils.
- In the 19th century, Cross, Mackinnon, and McKenzie were the predominant makers of stylographic pens.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from stylus + -graph.