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1. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light.
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- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
2. brown
adjective. ['ˈbraʊn'] of a color similar to that of wood or earth.
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- brown (English)
- broun (Middle English (1100-1500))
- brun (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] of or belonging to a racial group having dark skin especially of sub-Saharan African origin.
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- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
4. black
noun. ['ˈblæk'] the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white).
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- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] marked by anger or resentment or hostility.
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- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. brown
noun. ['ˈbraʊn'] an orange of low brightness and saturation.
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- brown (English)
- broun (Middle English (1100-1500))
- brun (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable.
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- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin.
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- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))