English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
General

ink stick

What does ink stick mean?

Marine Corps slang for an ordinary writing pen.

"Anyone got an ink stick so I can sign this?"

Origin

U.S. Marine Corps slang.

Frequently asked questions

What is an ink stick?
It's Marine Corps slang for an ordinary writing pen.
Where does the term come from?
It's U.S. Marine Corps slang.
How is ink stick used?
A Marine might ask if anyone has an ink stick when they need a pen to sign something.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Vocabulary Flow — saved to your collection.
Slang definitions: FreeDict original editorial.