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German
Etymology
From Middle High German griffel, from Old High German griffil.
Pronunciation
Noun
Griffel m (strong, genitive Griffels, plural Griffel)
- stylus, pen, slate pencil (an antiquated writing tool, used in ancient times, prior to the appearance of blackboards)
- (botany) style
- Synonym: (more formal; scientific) Stylus
- (colloquial, usually in the plural) finger, mitt
- Nimm deine Griffel weg von meinem Kirschkuchen! ― Don't touch my cherry pie with your fingers!
Declension
Further reading
- “Griffel” in Duden online
- “Griffel” in Digitales Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache