Definition

An object used to hold a pen or multiple pens, often designed to keep them organized and accessible.

Example

She placed her favorite pens in the penholder on her desk.

Conversation

I just got a new penholder for my desk.

Oh really? What does it look like?

It's a nice wooden one, very stylish!

That sounds great! A good penholder can really organize the space.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Penholder → It is formed from "pen" (from Latin *penna*, meaning feather or quill) and "holder" (from Old English *holdan*, meaning to keep or hold). The word "penholder" refers to an object that holds or keeps a pen.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'pen' as a writing tool and 'holder' as something that keeps or supports it — a penholder is simply something that holds a pen.

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