biro

Definition

A Biro brand ballpoint pen.

Etymology

Genericized trademark of BIRO, named after László Bíró, the inventor of the first commercially succesful ballpoint pen.

Example Sentences

• "Biro MARKS A TURNING POINT IN THE HISTORY OF Writing "BIRO" is unique: it writes with a ballpoint — a point that never goes wrong, never floods, bends or splutters — a point that rolls your writing on to the paper with effortless ease. "BIRO" ink dries as you write; you cannot smudge it; you need no blotter. […] Retail price 55/- including purchase tax"
• "Frank's Biro taps delicately at the topmost of the little yellow notes."
• "Massimo's finger was poised above red on his multi-coloured biro like a kangaroo frozen in headlights."