Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see black, beetle. / The oriental cockroach, Blatta orientalis (a large roach from the family Blattidae).

(US) Synonym of African-American English (“AAE”), sometimes specifically African-American Vernacular English (“AAVE”). / (UK) Synonym of Multicultural London English (“MLE”)

(finance) data showing that somebody is uncreditworthy

plural of black gum

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see black, triangle. / (ufology) One of a class of triangle-shaped unidentified flying objects, usually with a light in each corner.

simple past tense and past participle of black up

A smooth herb, Actaea racemosa, marketed for medicinal use.

plural of blue-black

(euphemistic) depression, melancholy / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see black, dog.

plural of short black