jet-black

[ jet-blak ]

adjective

1. deep-black:

   jet-black hair.

jet black

noun

1. 1. a deep black colour
   2. ( as adjective )

      jet-black hair

Word History and Origins

Origin of jet-black¹

First recorded in 1475–85

Example Sentences

Sinwar - who has striking snow-white hair and jet-black eyebrows - disappeared at the start of the war sparked by the attack, in which about 1,200 people were killed and 251 others were taken hostage.

From BBC

It’s the petroleum-derived element that gives wet suits their strength and jet-black color.

From Seattle Times

She was quite beautiful, as well: The woman’s jet-black hair had only a few streaks of white playing through it, and her face seemed to have been barely touched by age.

From Literature

The jet-black birds are a familiar feature at the landmark, which has served as arsenal, palace, prison, zoo and more recently tourist attraction.

From Seattle Times

The jet-black hair of yesteryear now adorned with the gray she has earned.

From Los Angeles Times