Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inkstain

noun

/ˈɪŋkˌsteɪn/

Definition

A mark or blemish made by ink that is typically difficult to remove.

Examples

After accidentally knocking over the ink bottle, the table was left with an unsightly inkstain.
The artist embraced the inkstain on the canvas as part of the creative process.
She tried various methods to remove the inkstain from her favorite shirt, but nothing worked.

Meaning

An inkstain refers to a permanent or semi-permanent discoloration on a surface caused by an ink spill or splash. It can occur on paper, fabric, or other materials and is often considered a nuisance because of its stubborn nature.