Phrase guide

black diamond

noun · 8 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Hematite.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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2

noun

Meaning 2

Anthracite.

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Usage: countable, uncountable

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noun

Meaning 3

Carbonado, a natural diamond that is black in color.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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noun

Meaning 4

A black synthetic diamond, specifically a CVD polycrystalline diamond or HPHT polycrystalline compact diamond.

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Usage: countable, uncountable

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noun

Meaning 5

Boron carbide.

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Usage: countable, uncountable

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noun

Meaning 6

A member of the new affluent black middle class in South Africa, characterized by conspicuous consumption.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: South-Africa, countable, derogatory, uncountable

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noun

Meaning 7

A symbol representing a steep and relatively difficult trail, typically of a 40% gradient or above.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, skiing, sports

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noun

Meaning 8

an inferior dark diamond used in industry for drilling and polishing

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: carbonado

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: diamond, adamant

History

Etymology

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Translations

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  • Spanish: carbonado — Translations