black belt

/ˌblæk ˌˈbɛlt/
/blæk bɛlt/
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Other forms: black belts

Definitions of black belt
  1. noun
    a black sash worn to show expert standards in the martial arts (judo or karate)
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    type of:
    badge
    an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.)
  2. noun
    a person who attained the rank of expert in the martial arts (judo or karate)
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    type of:
    expert, pundit
    a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully
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