inkwell
2 synonyms for inkwell, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small container that holds ink, set up so that a pen can be dipped into it for a refill.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
inkpot
inkstand
How to use inkwell
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dip a pen in the inkwell
a china inkwell
an inkwell on the desk
fill the inkwell
Neutral in tone, though the object itself now mostly belongs to older styles of writing.
Etymology
Inkwell is a compound formed in English from the words ink and well.
Full origin of inkwell →Frequently asked questions
What is an inkwell?
An inkwell is a container for ink. It is designed so that someone can dip a pen into it whenever more ink is needed.
What is another word for inkwell?
Inkpot is a common synonym. Inkstand is a close term, though it is not an exact match.
Is inkwell one word or two?
It is usually written as one word, inkwell. The forms ink well and ink-well also exist.
