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2. 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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Etymology
- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. ivory
noun. ['ˈaɪvɝi, ˈaɪvri'] a hard smooth ivory colored dentine that makes up most of the tusks of elephants and walruses.
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Etymology
- ivory (English)
- ivorie (Middle English (1100-1500))
- ivurie (Anglo-Norman)
4. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] of or belonging to a racial group having dark skin especially of sub-Saharan African origin.
Etymology
- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. black
noun. ['ˈblæk'] the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white).
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Etymology
- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] marked by anger or resentment or hostility.
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Etymology
- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
7. ivory
noun. ['ˈaɪvɝi, ˈaɪvri'] a shade of white the color of bleached bones.
Etymology
- ivory (English)
- ivorie (Middle English (1100-1500))
- ivurie (Anglo-Norman)
8. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable.
Etymology
- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))
9. black
adjective. ['ˈblæk'] (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin.
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Etymology
- black (English)
- black (Middle English (1100-1500))