Definition

A machine that can automatically write or copy a person's signature.

Example

The artist used an autopen to sign hundreds of prints quickly.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an autopen in action?

No, I haven't! What does it do?

It's this cool device that imitates signatures automatically.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how accurate it is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'autopen' is formed from 'auto-' (from Greek 'αὐτός', meaning self) and 'pen' (from Latin 'penna', meaning feather or writing instrument). The term 'autopen' refers to a device that writes or signs automatically, thus acting as a self-writing instrument.

Memory Tip

Think of 'auto-' meaning self, and 'pen' as a writing tool. This helps you remember that an 'autopen' is a device that writes by itself.

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