1. plural of stylus; pointed instruments used for writing, engraving, or operating touch screens

Examples

• The ancient Romans used bronze styli to write on wax tablets.
• Artists prefer different styli for various engraving techniques.
• The tablet comes with two replacement styli in the box.
• Archaeological excavations often uncover well-preserved styli.
• Modern styli for tablets have pressure-sensitive tips.
• The calligrapher collected antique styli from different cultures.