black diamond

noun

1
: dense black hematite
2
black diamonds plural : coal sense 3a
3

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With plenty of novice and intermediate trails, though, the mountain is generally favored by locals and more experienced skiers for its high elevation with double black diamond trails and, of course, that deep natural snowfall. Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024 Though white diamonds are timeless, black diamonds convey a kind of edgy sophistication that no other stone can touch. Jennifer Adams, StyleCaster, 23 Oct. 2024 Though about 40 percent of the trails are black diamonds and another 40 percent are blues, there are still a handful of greens, so beginners shouldn’t shy away from the resort, which averages more than 330 inches of snowfall each year. Abigail Wise, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Oct. 2024 Stats: With a breakdown of 30 percent green circles, 40 percent blues, and 30 percent black diamonds, skiers of all abilities will enjoy this resort. Abigail Wise, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for black diamond 

Word History

First Known Use

1763, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Time Traveler
The first known use of black diamond was in 1763

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“Black diamond.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20diamond. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

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