Meaning of number 2 | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Alternative spelling of number two.
   alt-of, alternative, numeral
2. Short form of number 2 pencil

Examples

“The standard number 2 is a mixture of about two-thirds graphite and one-third clay. If you like darker, broader lines, you can use a number 1, which includes less clay. For lighter, finer lines, try a number 3 or A, which include more clay.”

“You may prefer to write in pencil and a supply of good number 2s will delight you.”

“My first pencils, and the ones I still use most, were the familiar orange-yellow number 2s.”

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