hb

noun

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: h-b (2)

English Definition

A grade of pencil lead that is of medium hardness and blackness.

Example Sentence

He used an HB pencil for his initial sketch.

US IPA /ˌeɪtʃ ˈbiː/
UK IPA /ˌeɪtʃ ˈbiː/