nounπShareA pigment (or dye)-based fluid used for writing, printing etc."The teacher asked us to use blue and black inks when writing our essays. "stationerywritingmaterialsubstancecolorChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA particular type, color or container of this fluid."The art supply store sells many different inks, including calligraphy inks and drawing inks. "materialstationerywritingcolorChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe black or dark-colored fluid ejected by squid, octopus etc, as a protective strategy."When threatened by a predator, the octopus releases a cloud of dark inks to confuse its attacker and escape. "animalphysiologybiologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπSharePublicity."The TSA has been getting a lot of ink lately."mediacommunicationbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareTattoo work."Maria's inks are beautiful and tell a story about her life. "artstyleappearancebodycultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareCheap red wine.""He always buys the inks from the corner store because they're the cheapest wines he can find." "drinkfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo apply ink to; to cover or smear with ink."The toddler inks his hands while playing with the fountain pen. "writingartstationeryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo sign (a contract or similar document)."Our team finally inks the deal tomorrow, so we can start the project next week. "lawbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo apply a tattoo to (someone)."The tattoo artist inks designs on people's skin all day. "bodyartappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of a squid or octopus) to eject ink (sense 3)"When threatened by the diver, the octopus inks, creating a cloud of darkness to escape. "animalbiologyorganismChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading