inkstand

noun

ink·stand | \ˈiŋk-ˌstand

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Definition of inkstand

: inkwell also : a stand with fittings for holding ink and pens

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An enameled gold inkstand presented by the maharajah of Benares. — J.s. Marcus, WSJ, "Souvenirs of a Prince’s Passage to India," 18 May 2018

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inkstand

noun

ink·stand | \ˈiŋk-ˌstand

\

Kids Definition of inkstand

: a small stand for holding ink and pens

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