inker

noun

ink·​er

ˈiŋkə(r)

plural -s

: one that inks: such as

a

: inkwriter

b

: a worker who applies ink or stain to goods (as shoe parts or cloth)

specifically : a worker who touches up imperfectly dyed cloth or hosiery

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