inknot

/ɪŋkɒt/

Definitions

1. noun

A knot of ink, especially one that forms when a pen is not used for a time.

“After not writing for months, the inknot in her pen had hardened and was difficult to clean out.”

2. verb

To form a knot of ink, especially in a pen.

“If you don’t use your pen for a while, the ink will inknot and become difficult to write with.”

Synonyms

  • ink blob
  • ink clot