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.