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ink

The correct spelling is ink.

How to pronounce ink

/ɪŋk/
noun

IPA: /ɪŋk/

Say it like: Ink

The correct spelling is ink. A pigment (or dye)-based fluid used for writing, printing etc. For example: "The TSA has been getting a lot of ink lately."

Usage Examples

The TSA has been getting a lot of ink lately.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A pigment (or dye)-based fluid used for writing, printing etc.
  2. 2.A particular type, color or container of this fluid.
  3. 3.The black or dark-colored fluid ejected by squid, octopus etc, as a protective strategy.
  4. 4.Publicity.
  5. 5.Tattoo work.

verb

  1. 1.To apply ink to; to cover or smear with ink.
  2. 2.To sign (a contract or similar document).
  3. 3.To apply a tattoo to (someone).
  4. 4.(of a squid or octopus) to eject ink (sense 3)

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