Word: Ink

Pronunciation

/ɪŋk/

Definitions

• Noun: A colored liquid or paste that is used for writing or printing, typically made from a mixture of dyes or pigments suspended in a solvent. Example: “She dipped her pen into the inkwell to write a letter.”

  • Also refers to the coloring matter itself or its hue: “The artist mixed different shades of blue ink to create the sky.”

• Verb: (usually in the form ‘ink something’) To cover, fill in, or draw with ink. Example: “The author was about to ink the final page of his graphic novel.”

Phrases

• “Sign on the dotted line” implies signing a document using ink, indicating agreement or commitment.
• “Ink a deal” means to finalize or sign a contract or agreement.
• “To put pen to paper” or “put ink on paper” means to start writing or drafting something.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The printer ran out of black ink halfway through printing the document.”
• Verb: “The tattoo artist carefully inked the design onto the client’s skin.”

Synonyms

• Writing fluid
• Tint
• Dye
• Pigment
• Sepia
• India ink
• Printer’s ink
• Ballpoint pen ink
• Fountain pen ink
• Calligraphy ink

For the verb usage:

• Sign
• Draw
• Write
• Print
• Stamp (in certain contexts)