pencil cup

Writing tool container

A pencil cup is a small container, typically cylindrical, used to hold pens, pencils, and other writing instruments upright on a desk.

The term covers everything from simple ceramic mugs repurposed for the task to decorative desk accessories: She kept her markers in a pencil cup by the phone.

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desk organizer · pens · container · office · office supplies · ceramic · mug · scissors · workspace · stationary · cylinder · sharpener · markers · art supplies · supplies · desktop · caddy · brushes

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desk organization method

pencil cupdesk drawer

Sliding workspace compartment

drawer · pencil case · pencil box · supply cabinet · zippered pouch

containment vs. dispersal

pencil cupclutter

Untidy collection of items

mess

Family

pencil, cup, pencils, cups, cupped, cupping

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G