Synonyms for stylus
- noun
Definitions
- n. 1
An ancient writing implement consisting of a small rod with a pointed end for scratching letters on clay, wax-covered tablets or other surfaces, and a blunt end for obliterating them.
Related words
- Other spellings
- stilus
Forms
- Plural
- styluses → needles, styles…
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| stylus | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- style1
- 6 letters
- needle2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (needle2 = 2 syllables).