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Definition of inker

inker

/ˈɪŋ.kər/
ink · er
Plural:inkers
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inker Lexical Profile

inker Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An artist in comic book or animation production who applies black ink over a penciler's preliminary drawings to finalize lines, shading, and depth for reproduction.

Example

"The veteran inker used a fine brush to add dramatic shadows to the penciled superhero panels."

2

A roller, pad, or mechanical device in a printing press or telegraph recorder that applies ink to a surface.

Example

"The technician cleaned the clogged inker on the rotary printing press before starting the next print run."

• Rhymes for inker

• Nearby Words

injustice
ink
inkblot
inker
inkiness
inkjet
inkless

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inker. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inker
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