biro
3 synonyms for biro, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A ballpoint pen, especially in British English, from the original brand name.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From the trademark Biro, named after László Bíró, the Hungarian-born inventor who patented the modern ballpoint pen in the late 1930s.
Full origin of biro →Frequently asked questions
What does “biro” mean?
The word “biro” means a ballpoint pen, especially in British English, from the original brand name. In plain terms, a common British word for an ordinary ballpoint pen.
How do you pronounce “biro”?
“Biro” is pronounced BEYE-roh (/ˈbaɪ.ɹəʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “biro” in a sentence?
Here is “biro” used in a sentence: “He signed the form with a chewed-up blue biro.”
What part of speech is “biro”?
“Biro” is a noun.
Where does the word “biro” come from?
The word “biro” dates back to around 1930. From the trademark Biro, named after László Bíró, the Hungarian-born inventor who patented the modern ballpoint pen in the late 1930s.
