ink

(ĭngk)

1. A pigmented liquid or paste used especially for writing or printing.
2. A dark liquid ejected for protection by most cephalopods, including the octopus and squid.
3. Informal Coverage in the print media; publicity: Her campaign rallies generated a lot of ink.

1. To mark, coat, or stain with ink.
2. Informal To append one's signature to (a contract, for example).

Related Forms:

• inkˈer noun

• inkˈi·ness noun

• inkˈy adjective