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1black belt
noun \ˈblak-ˌbelt\
Definition of BLACK BELT
1
: an area characterized by rich black soil
2
often capitalized both Bs : an area densely populated by blacks
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First Known Use of BLACK BELT
1870
2black belt
noun
Definition of BLACK BELT
: one who holds the rating of expert in various arts of self-defense (as judo and karate); also : the rating itself
First Known Use of BLACK BELT
1939
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