pencil case

Writing tools pouch

A pencil case is a small container for holding pencils, pens, erasers, and other writing supplies.

Students typically carry one in their backpack: She dug through her pencil case looking for a highlighter.

Pencil cases range from simple zippered pouches to rigid boxes with multiple compartments.

container

pouch

Small flexible bag

clasp · snap · velcro · lid · pocket · sleeve · tube · roll · holder · wrap

contents

pens

Handheld writing implements

highlighters · ruler · compass · protractor · scissors · glue stick · paperclips · rubber bands · white-out · crayons

school

student

One formally enrolled somewhere

homework · locker · supplies · teacher · lesson · notebook · study · learning · assignment · schoolbag

material

canvas

Heavy woven cloth

mesh · fabric · silicone · metal · tin · wood · cotton · polyester · vinyl · cloth

portability

lightweight

Lacking mass or importance

pocket-sized · mini · water-resistant · protective · hardshell · soft · padded · clip · carabiner · carry

design

rectangular

Four right angles

standing · flat · slim · compact · oversized · novelty · character · transparent · patterned · minimalist

Categories
Opposites
containment vs. contents

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Graphite writing implements

pens · writing implements · stationery · erasers · markers

organization vs. disorganization

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Storage for homeless objects

clutter

Family

case, pen, pencil, casing, pencils, peninsula, encase, penciled, penciling

Familiarity
Top 20,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G