Question
A ballpoint pen, also known as a biro,[1] or ball pen, is a pen that dispenses ink over a metal ball at its point, i.e. over a "ball point". The metal commonly used is steel, brass, or tungsten carbide.[from Wikipedia]
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According to the definition,can we use 'ball pen'?
1. I have a ball pen.
2. I wrote a letter with a ball pen.
3. I have two ball pens.
(Are thes sentences grammatical?)
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According to the definition,can we use 'ball pen'?
1. I have a ball pen.
2. I wrote a letter with a ball pen.
3. I have two ball pens.
(Are thes sentences grammatical?)
Answers
Writeacher
They're usually referred to as 'ball point pens.'
Substitute 'ball point' for 'ball' in your sentences, and they'll be fine.
Substitute 'ball point' for 'ball' in your sentences, and they'll be fine.