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μαύρη — meaning in English

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English meaning

black adj Having the darkest possible color; reflecting no light.

Senses

μαύρη is used for these senses in English:

black (countable, billiards, snooker, pool) The black ball.
black (countable, chess) The person playing with the black set of pieces.

black — full definition

adj Having the darkest possible color; reflecting no light.
adj Belonging to or descended from certain ethnic groups, especially of African origin, with dark skin.
adj Without milk or cream, said of coffee or tea.
adj Secret or unofficial, especially relating to government or military operations.
adj Grim, hopeless, or menacing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Greek words

μαύρος ερεβώδης σκοτεινός κακός σκέτος μαύρο μέλας