ebony

Definition of ebonynext
as in black
having the color of soot or coal the ebony loudspeakers on their chrome stands look very sleek and modern

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Recent Examples of ebony With an ebony handle and gorgeous decorative hammer marks, the Kazan Arare gyuto is a piece anyone would proudly display in their home. Jesse Raub, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026 The kitchen, connected to the dining room via a butler’s pantry, features ebony cabinetry and integrated appliances. Mark David, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026 Jenner's ebony mane was done in tousled waves. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026 This time in an ebony wig and black and silver pants ensemble, Cher, a pair of effervescent dancers and a trio of background singers plowed through the song as fake snow fell from the rafters. Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ebony
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ebony
black
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  • Each color features contrasting Oro Elios (gold) or Grigio Nimbus (silver) lower-body accents and wheels, along with Miura 60 branding, glosse black brake calipers, and matte black exhaust tips.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Style it with simple black trousers, luxe loafers, and a chic watch to keep things polished.
    Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 3 Aug. 2026

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“Ebony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ebony. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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