Jet-black (adjective)

Deep and dark black in color, like the lignite coal jet.

Origin:

Compound word, from jet + black, jet is a type of black lignite coal.

Examples:

1. The raven had jet-black feathers.
2. She wore a jet-black dress to the funeral.
3. The jet-black hair was styled in a sleek bob.
4. The jet-black car was a real head-turner.
5. The jet-black night sky was dotted with stars.