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penpal

penpal is the alternative spelling of pen pal.

Meaning of pen pal

Noun

pen pal (plural pen pals)

  1. A friend with whom one communicates using letters, usually over a long distance.
    Synonyms:
    penfriend

See all 2 meanings of pen pal

Forms of penpal

pluralpenpals

Words formed from penpal

Questions about penpal

What is penpal the alternative spelling of?
Penpal is the alternative spelling of pen pal.

Words near penpal in the dictionary

  1. penorcon
  2. penorcons
  3. penorectal
  4. penoscrotal
  5. penovaginal
  6. penpal
  7. penpals
  8. penpalship
  9. penpalships
  10. Penpergwm
  11. penperson

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