"Nikko" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Nikkos [plural]
Etymology: From a brand name of popular felt-tip pens in Australia. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Nikko (plural Nikkos)
  1. (Australia, usually Queensland, informal) A felt-tip pen, of the Nikko brand or of any other brand, or the marks left by such a pen. Tags: Australia, informal Categories (topical): Writing instruments Related terms: Nikko fir

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          "ref": "2016, Amy Andrews, Playing By Her Rules, Entangled: Brazen",
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