ink
1 of 2noun/ɪŋk/
Forms:inks
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a black or colored liquid used for drawing, writing, etc.
B2Learn more on WikipediaInk 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.
- 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.
- The tattoo artist carefully selected the ink colors for the client's design, ensuring vibrant and long-lasting results.
2
a dark fluid released by cephalopods such as cuttlefish or squid for defense
- The squid released a cloud of ink to escape the predator.
- Divers watched the octopus eject ink into the water.
- Ink from the cuttlefish stained the sand.
- The cephalopod's ink served as a protective smokescreen.
- Fishermen observed the ink dispersing rapidly.