svart — meaning in English

English meaning

• black adj Having the darkest possible color; reflecting no light.
• sable noun A small, weasel-like mammal prized for its soft, dark brown fur.

Senses

svart is used for these senses in English:

• black (of a location or setting) Without light.
• black (countable, and, uncountable) A black dye or pigment.
• sable (tincture) In blazon, of the colour black.

black — full definition

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

sable — full definition

1. noun A small, weasel-like mammal prized for its soft, dark brown fur.
2. noun A dark brown or black color, or garments of that color, especially worn in mourning.
3. adj Black or very dark in color; in heraldry, the color black on a coat of arms.

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