A country in the southern part of North America

ink; colored liquid used for writing, printing, or copying

sunglasses; dark glasses; tinted glasses used to protect the eyes from strong light

a person from Mexico; Mexican person

The capital of Victoria, Australia, and its most important financial center.

marks of ink; handwriting or writing marks

New Mexico, a state in the southwestern United States

Mexico City, capital of Mexico

pen and ink; refers to the tools used for writing or painting

a common English surname, often used in the context of Murphy's Law

graphite; a soft black form of carbon used in pencils and as an electrical conductor

A style of traditional Chinese painting using only black ink and water, emphasizing the brushwork and the varying shades of ink

dark green; forest green; blackish green color

viscous oil-based coloring material used for printing

New Mexico, a state in the southwestern United States

Pacifist philosopher (c. 470–391 BC) and founder of the Mohist School [[墨家|墨家|mo4 jia1]] during the Warring States period

A large body of water bordered by the southern United States, Mexico, and Cuba. It is a major area for offshore oil drilling and home to ports like [[休斯顿|休斯頓|xiu1 si1 dun4]] and [[哈瓦那|哈瓦那|ha1 wa3 na4]].

thick and heavy ink and colors; (of painting or writing) to use rich pigments or describe something in great detail with colorful language

a traditional stationery box, usually round or square, containing silk floss soaked in ink used for Chinese calligraphy and painting

The philosophical school of the Warring States Period founded by the philosopher [[墨子|墨子|mo4 zi3]]. Its core principles include universal love, opposition to offensive warfare, and frugality. It is notable for its strict organization and contributions to logic and natural science.

cuttlefish; inkfish; common name for the [[乌贼|烏賊|wu1 zei2]]

A style of traditional Chinese painting that uses black ink in various concentrations; often refers to monochromatic works but can include those with light colors.

To use a brush with heavy ink to paint or write.

Benito Mussolini (1883-1945), Italian fascist dictator and leader of the National Fascist Party who ruled from 1922 to 1943.

A district and former city in the Qingdao area of Shandong province

prepared liquid ink used for writing or painting; traditionally made by rubbing an inkstick on an inkstone with water

(idiom) to be hidebound by convention; to stick to old ways and be unwilling to change or innovate. Derived from the philosopher Mozi's skill at defending cities

to put on makeup and go on stage to perform a play

A treasured original work of calligraphy or painting by a famous artist.

Scholars and writers; literary people.

to describe in writing or painting; to apply ink to a subject

Describes technology where ink is sprayed through tiny nozzles, such as an inkjet printer

(literary) brush and ink; refers to the arts of calligraphy, painting, and writing

as black as ink; extremely dark or pitch-black

Messina, a city in Sicily, Italy

To conservatively follow old conventions or procedures without wanting to change; often used in the phrase [[墨守成规|墨守成規|mo4 shou3 cheng2 gui1]]

To show off or show off one's literary skills by playing with language or flowery writing; also refers to word-mongering.

inkfish; cuttlefish; a colloquial name for [[乌贼|烏賊|wu1 zei2]]

Red liquid made from chemicals, used for writing or marking.

toner for a laser printer or photocopier; powdered ink

the act of writing or literary work

bamboo painted with Chinese ink

The ink has not yet dried; describes an agreement, treaty, or promise that has only just been signed or written

(literary) to be corrupt and greedy; specifically used to describe officials who take bribes or embezzle funds

Traditional high-quality inkstick originating from the historic Huizhou region (Anhui and Jiangxi provinces)

specially treated paper with a soft, absorbent texture used to soak up excess ink

dark or deep green color; blackish green

(literary) man of letters; scholar; writer; often used in the phrase [[文人墨客|文人墨客|wen2 ren2 mo4 ke4]]