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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Animated characters from Marvel and Lucasfilm, including Black Panther and Star Wars characters like Yoda are included as well - although the agreement does not include any talent likenesses or voices. Hadas Gold, CNN Money, 11 Dec. 2025 Plus, the character art stamps—my Black Panther one was almost too cute to sip—were a must-have. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 9 Dec. 2025 Not everyone can point to a résumé filled with quality the way Michael and Ryan can, from Fruitvale Station, Creed, Black Panther, and now Sinners. Octavia Spencer December 9, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Dec. 2025 The roster includes 15 fan-favorite playable characters, including Black Panther, Captain America, Spider-Man, and Wolverine. PC Magazine, 2 Dec. 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 20 Dec. 2025.

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