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Ink
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.
Examples
The artist used black ink to create intricate line drawings in their sketchbook.
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a dark fluid released by cephalopods such as cuttlefish or squid for defense
Examples
The squid released a cloud of ink to escape the predator.
to ink
01
to mark something with ink
Transitive: to ink a text or design
Examples
The author carefully inked the final draft of the manuscript before submission.
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to apply ink to type or a stamp in preparation for printing
Transitive: to ink a stamp or type
Examples
The printer inked the metal type before pressing it onto the paper.
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to sign a contract or legal document
Transitive: to ink a contract
Examples
After reviewing the terms, she inked the contract, sealing the deal.
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