Definition of lead pencil:
°Writing utensil that uses
graphite (commonly referred to as
lead). Regular pencils usually have a graphite
shaft surrounded by wood. Also available in a
mechanical version where the graphite length can be adjusted and sharpening is not needed.
°To squeeze something -- such as a meeting, feature, or appointment -- into a tight schedule.
"I am very busy today but I can pencil you in at 3 p.m."
Definition of lead pencil:
°Writing utensil that uses
graphite (commonly referred to as
lead). Regular pencils usually have a graphite
shaft surrounded by wood. Also available in a
mechanical version where the graphite length can be adjusted and sharpening is not needed.
°To squeeze something -- such as a meeting, feature, or appointment -- into a tight schedule.
"I am very busy today but I can pencil you in at 3 p.m."