Ebony — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Ebony
Ebony (noun)
- a hard heavy blackish wood yielded by various tropical chiefly southeast Asian trees (genus Diospyros of the family Ebenaceae, the ebony family)
- a tree yielding ebony
- any of several trees yielding wood like ebony
Ebony (adjective)
- made of or resembling ebony
- black, dark
Ebony (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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having the color of soot or coal
"the ebony loudspeakers on their chrome stands look very sleek and modern"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ebony
The most common words with a similar meaning to Ebony:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ebony
Words with the opposite meaning of Ebony:
Near Antonyms of Ebony
Word Forms of Ebony
Inflections: ebonies
Origin & Etymology of Ebony
probably from Late Latin hebeninus of ebony, from Greek ebeninos, from ebenos ebony, from Egyptian hbnj
First known use: 15th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Ebony
What does "Ebony" mean?
"Ebony" means a hard heavy blackish wood yielded by various tropical chiefly southeast Asian trees (genus Diospyros of the family Ebenaceae, the ebony family). As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a hard heavy blackish wood yielded by various tropical chiefly southeast Asian trees (genus Diospyros of the family Ebenaceae, the ebony family).
What is another word for "Ebony"?
Other words for "Ebony" include black, pitch-black, pitch-dark, pitchy, raven and sable. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ebony" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Ebony"?
There are 11 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ebony". Common alternatives include black, pitch-black, pitch-dark, pitchy, raven and sable.
What is the opposite of "Ebony"?
Antonyms of "Ebony" include white. Near antonyms include bright, brilliant, light and pale.
How do you use "Ebony" in a sentence?
Examples of "Ebony" in a sentence: "the ebony loudspeakers on their chrome stands look very sleek and modern".
Is "Ebony" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Ebony" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Ebony"?
"Ebony" is pronounced /ˈe-bə-nē/ and divided into syllables as eb·o·ny.
What is the origin of the word "Ebony"?
"Ebony" comes from probably from Late Latin hebeninus of ebony, from Greek ebeninos, from ebenos ebony, from Egyptian hbnj. First known use: 15th century.