lead in one's pencil

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Meaning · English

A state of erection of one's penis.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

THINK RAMBO needs Viagra to put lead in his pencil? Guess again, my friends!

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “lead in one's pencil” mean?

A state of erection of one's penis.

Is “lead in one's pencil” formal or informal?

lead in one's pencil is generally slang.