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deink

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To remove ink from, especially in the process of recycling paper.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • Paper may need to be deinked as part of the recycling process.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From de- + ink.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: siistata — to remove ink from