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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

inkhorn

/ɪŋkɔrn/ noun · British & US
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What does inkhorn mean?

noun

A container for ink, especially one made of horn, or a person who uses such a container. A person who uses elaborate or affected language.

Example

"The antique dealer carefully poured the ink from the inkhorn onto the parchment."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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