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inked

 

[ ɪŋkt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

tattooed

Inked refers to having tattoos on the skin. The term is commonly used in informal contexts to describe someone who has undergone the process of getting inked, which involves the insertion of ink into the dermis layer of the skin.

Synonyms

decorated, marked, tattooed

Examples of usage

  • He showed off his inked arms.
  • Many people in the music industry are heavily inked.
  • She decided to get inked for her birthday.
  • His inked body tells a story.

Translations

Translations of the word "inked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tatuado

🇮🇳 टैटू वाला

🇩🇪 tätowiert

🇮🇩 bertatoo

🇺🇦 татуований

🇵🇱 tatuowany

🇯🇵 入れ墨された

🇫🇷 tatoué

🇪🇸 tatuado

🇹🇷 dövme yapılmış

🇰🇷 타투가 새겨진

🇸🇦 مُوشوم

🇨🇿 tetovaný

🇸🇰 tatuovaný

🇨🇳 纹身的

🇸🇮 tatuiran

🇮🇸 tatueraður

🇰🇿 татуировка жасалған

🇬🇪 ტატუირებული

🇦🇿 tatuirovka edilmiş

🇲🇽 tatuado

Etymology

The word 'inked' is derived from the verb 'ink,' which means to apply ink to something or to write with ink. The term 'ink' itself comes from the Latin word 'encaustum', which means 'burnt in', referring to the process of using ink in manuscript writing. The slang use of 'inked' to refer to tattoos began to emerge in the late 20th century, especially in tattoo culture. As tattoos gained mainstream popularity, the term became widely recognized to describe individuals who have tattoos. The phrase 'to get inked' has become a common expression in various subcultures, reflecting a sense of individuality and personal expression through body art. The significance of being 'inked' has also evolved, often symbolizing personal stories, life experiences, or simply aesthetic appeal.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,019, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.