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Ink
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インク, 墨（すみ）
a black or colored liquid used for drawing, writing, etc.
What is "ink"?
Ink is a liquid or gel used for writing, drawing, or printing. It is made from a mixture of pigments or dyes, which provide color, and other ingredients that help it flow smoothly and dry properly. Ink can be used in pens, printers, and various artistic tools, and it comes in many colors and types. Inks can be water-based, which are easy to clean and quick-drying, oil-based, which are more durable and resistant to water, or permanent, which are designed to resist fading and smudging.
Example
The artist used black ink to create intricate line drawings in their sketchbook.
The printer ran out of ink halfway through printing the document, causing delays in the office.
The calligrapher mixed different colors of ink to create a unique palette for their wedding invitations.
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墨 (すみ), インク
dark protective fluid ejected into the water by cuttlefish and other cephalopods
to ink
01
インクを使う, インクを塗る
to mark something with ink
Transitive: to ink a text or design
Example
The author carefully inked the final draft of the manuscript before submission.
The writer inked his thoughts onto the pages of his journal.
He carefully inked the outlines of the design before filling it in with color.
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インクを塗る, インクをつける
to apply ink to type or a stamp in preparation for printing
Transitive: to ink a stamp or type
Example
The printer inked the metal type before pressing it onto the paper.
Before starting the printing process, they inked the rubber stamp with black ink.
Before printing the invitations, they inked the custom-designed stamp with blue ink.
03
to sign a contract or legal document
Transitive: to ink a contract
Example
After reviewing the terms, she inked the contract, sealing the deal.
The CEO inked the agreement with the company's official stamp.
He eagerly inked the partnership contract, eager to start the collaboration.
