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

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In 2018, Morrison, best known for her work on Fruitvale Station and Black Panther, became the first female cinematographer ever nominated for an Academy Award. Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024 The Academy Award winner recently spoke to her grief over Boseman's death on Oct. 14 at a BFI London Film Festival event when she was shown a clip from Black Panther. Tommy McArdle, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024 More Like a Disagreement' Denzel Washington Teases 'Black Panther 3' Role To writer Virgil Williams, who adapted the play for the screen, the performance not only symbolizes resistance but represents how each character has the opportunity to liberate himself through song. Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 29 Nov. 2024 The same advocate who featured Mozzy and SOB x RBE songs on the Black Panther soundtrack packs GNX with verses from Los Angeles–area rappers AzChike, Hitta J3, and Roddy Ricch. Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Black Panther 

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Black Panther was in 1965

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“Black Panther.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Black%20Panther. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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