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词汇 pen and inkhorn
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Definition of pen and inkhorn in English:

pen and inkhorn

noun ˌpɛn(ə)n(d)ˈɪŋkhɔːn
  • Writing instruments consisting of a pen and inkhorn, especially as formerly carried by professional clerks; (hence) these implements viewed as symbolic of pedantry, bookishness, learnedness, etc. Now rare (historical in later use).

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in Claudius Hollyband (fl. 1573–1583), linguist and writer. From pen + and + ink-horn.

Definition of pen and inkhorn in US English:

pen and inkhorn

nounˌpɛn(ə)n(d)ˈɪŋkhɔːn
  • Writing instruments consisting of a pen and inkhorn, especially as formerly carried by professional clerks; (hence) these implements viewed as symbolic of pedantry, bookishness, learnedness, etc. Now rare (historical in later use).

Origin

Late 16th century; earliest use found in Claudius Hollyband (fl. 1573–1583), linguist and writer. From pen + and + ink-horn.

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