Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

black-panther

noun
/blæk ˈpænθər/
Definition
A large, dark-colored feline that is a melanistic variant of several species, particularly the leopard and the jaguar.
Examples
  • The black panther is known for its elusive behavior in the wild.
  • In Marvel comics, the Black Panther is a superhero from the fictional African nation of Wakanda.
  • Many people are fascinated by the striking appearance of the black panther.
Meaning
The term ‘black panther’ refers to a wild cat that appears almost completely black due to a genetic mutation. In different contexts, it can also refer to the Black Panther Party, a civil rights organization.
Synonyms
  • black leopard
  • black jaguar
  • dark cat