felt-tip
|felt-tip|
A2
/ˈfɛltˌtɪp/
pen with felt tip
Etymology
Etymology Information
'felt-tip' originates from the combination of 'felt' and 'tip', where 'felt' refers to the material used for the pen's tip.
Historical Evolution
'felt-tip' was coined in the mid-20th century as a term for pens with felt tips.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to pens with felt tips, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45