About The Word Inkhorn
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Inkhorn
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What's The Definition Of Inkhorn?Synonyms | Synonyms for Inkhorn: Related Terms | Find terms related to Inkhorn: See Also | Inkhorn In Webster's Dictionary \Ink"horn`\, n. [Ink + horn; cf. F. cornet [`a] encre,
G. dintenhorn.]
A small bottle of horn or other material formerly used for
holding ink; an inkstand; a portable case for writing
materials. ``With a writer's inkhorn by his side.'' --Ezek.
ix. 2.
From his pocket the notary drew his papers and inkhorn.
--Longfellow.
\Ink"horn"\, a. Learned; pedantic; affected. [Obs.] ``Inkhorn terms.'' --Bale. |
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