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blacker

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Adj — More black; deeper or darker in color or shade.

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blacker than night a blacker shade

Etymology

From black plus the comparative ending -er, tracing back through Old English blæc to a much older Germanic root for "burnt" or "scorched."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “blacker” mean?

The word “blacker” means more black; deeper or darker in color or shade. In plain terms, the comparative form of "black" — more black than something else.

How do you pronounce “blacker”?

“Blacker” is pronounced BLAK (/ˈblækɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “blacker” in a sentence?

Here is “blacker” used in a sentence: “The night sky over the desert looked blacker than any city sky she'd seen.”

What part of speech is “blacker”?

Depending on how it is used, “blacker” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “blacker” come from?

The word “blacker” comes from Old English. From black plus the comparative ending -er, tracing back through Old English blæc to a much older Germanic root for "burnt" or "scorched.".

How many meanings does “blacker” have?

“Blacker” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: more black; deeper or darker in color or shade.

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