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/blæk/
dark color
Etymology
Etymology Information
'black' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'blæc', where 'blæc' meant 'dark' or 'black'.
Historical Evolution
'blæc' changed from Old English word 'blæc' and eventually became the modern English word 'black'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'dark' or 'black', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the color black.
The artist used black to create shadows in the painting.
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Verb 1
to make something black.
The smoke blacked the walls of the room.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35