First Known Use: 13th century
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1ink
noun, often attributive \ˈiŋk\
: colored liquid that is used for writing or printing
: public attention
biology : the black liquid that is used by some sea creatures for protection
Full Definition of INK
1
: a colored usually liquid material for writing and printing
2
: the black protective secretion of a cephalopod
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Origin of INK
Middle English enke, from Anglo-French encre, enke, from Late Latin encaustum, from neuter of Latin encaustus burned in, from Greek enkaustos, verbal of enkaiein to burn in — more at encaustic
2ink
verb
: to put ink on (something)
: to sign (a document) to show that you accept or agree with what is written on it
: to hire (someone) to do something by having that person sign a contract
Full Definition of INK
transitive verb
1
: to put ink on <ink a pen>; also : to draw or write on in ink
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First Known Use of INK
1562
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ink
noun \ˈiŋk\
Definition of INK for Kids
: a liquid material used for writing or printing
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