jet-black
adjective
deep-black.
jet-black
American
[jet-blak]
/ ˈdʒɛtˈblæk /
adjective
jet black
British
noun
Etymology
Origin of jet-black
First recorded in 1475–85
Example Sentences
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In the book, Lakia says that all her family, on both sides, have jet-black straight hair but hers turned red during her childhood.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026
Just now, a jet-black, golden-eyed currawong flew low past my study window, changing the view.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
At Exigo Recycling's sprawling plant in Haryana state, a machine churns the batteries from e-scooters into a jet-black powder.
From Barron's ● Feb. 18, 2026
But finding yourself in a bind necessitates clever solutions, and Park’s already dark comedy turns jet-black as the director reveals that stress can beget new talents.
From Salon ● Oct. 7, 2025
A small lady, jet-black wig sitting on top of her head like a hat she'd purposely cocked to the side.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
Next to her is a bulging Balenciaga mini bag, and a pair of oversized sunglasses on her head are perched atop a mop of jet black curls.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026
He now sports a jet black prosthetic leg with blood-red curves painted around it.
From Barron's ● Feb. 17, 2026
The two women are so close that Maggie has even taken to dressing a bit like Alma and painting her nails the same jet black color.
From Salon ● Sep. 25, 2025
Two days after being rescued, the 6-month-old mutts — one tiger-striped, the other jet black — mostly dozed on donated blankets amid chew toys, still drained from their ordeal.
From New York Times ● May 30, 2024
He showed Harry two identical balls, jet black and slightly smaller than the red Quaffle.
From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling
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