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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However, the two actors never crossed paths while working on their respective Marvel projects, as Gregg’s character wasn't around when Black Panther's fictional country of Wakanda was introduced. Raven Brunner, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025 In an interview with Town and Country, the actress further addressed not winning the best supporting actress Oscar in 2023, which she was nominated for for her role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Lexy Perez, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Feb. 2025 However, another name can be added to the list for this year, with Ryan Coogler, director of Black Panther and Creed, shooting his upcoming film Sinners in the format. Benny Har-Even, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 He’s not done there—his 2018 Black Panther soundtrack hit ‘All The Stars’ with SZA makes a surprise resurgence, soaring from No. 22 to No. 8, re-entering the top 10 after the Grammy spotlight. Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 21 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Black Panther

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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 28 Feb. 2025.

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