Ballpoint Definition & Meaning

ballpoint
noun
  1. a pen that has a small metal ball as the point of transfer of ink to paper

"Ballpoint" in song lyrics

See how ballpoint is used in real songs:

  • "Expressin myself with the help of a ballpoint"
    Breeze — L.A. Posse
  • "Ya pen is cold, the ink flows from a ballpoint"
    Buddha Monk & Popa Wu f/ Babyface Fensta — I'm Not a Rapper

Usage tips for "ballpoint"

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