Meaning & Definition of word "Ink"

Ink

/ɪŋk/

noun:

  • 1. A colored fluid used for writing, drawing, printing, or reproducing images.
    • Example: She filled her fountain pen with blue ink before starting her letter.
  • 2. Any of various similar liquids used in printing or writing.
    • Example: The printer ran out of black ink just before the deadline.
  • 3. A liquid used in tattoos or body art.
    • Example: The tattoo artist carefully selected the ink color for the design.

verb:

  • 1. To apply ink to a surface or object.
    • Example: He inked the stamps before pressing them onto the paper.
  • 2. To write or draw with ink.
    • Example: She inked her sketches with precision to enhance their details.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'inca', meaning to color, and the Greek 'enkos', meaning pigment.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to ink a deal:

To finalize a contract or agreement.

ink jet:

A type of printer that sprays ink onto paper.

pen and ink:

Referring to traditional writing tools.

Related Words

calligraphy:

The art of beautiful handwriting, often involving ink.

quill:

A writing tool made from a bird's feather, traditionally used with ink.

tattoo:

A form of body art created by inserting ink into the skin.

Slang Meanings of ink

Meaning: Tattoo

Example Sentence: He's thinking about getting some new ink on his arm.

Meaning: Signature or written mark

Example Sentence: Make sure to put your ink on the bottom of the contract.