Black Panther

noun

plural Black Panthers

: a member of a Black revolutionary organization that fought for racial equality and justice in the United States from 1966 to 1982

Examples of Black Panther in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition to a strong cast, Prince-Bythewood had an incredibly talented production team to help bring the film to life, tapping Academy Award-winning production designer Hannah Beachler for Black Panther. — Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Now, the honorary Oscar winner is celebrated for her roles as Queen Ramonda in Marvel’s Black Panther franchise and Sgt. — Dylan Kickham, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026

Huey Newton, co-founder of the Black Panther Party, published a statement supporting the women’s and gay liberation movements as fellow revolutionaries. — USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

Aside from Jonsson joining the cast as well as Duke and Wright reprising their roles, Coogler confirmed in June 2025 that Oscar winner Denzel Washington will also be part of the Black Panther 3 cast. — Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Black Panther

• anther