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Blacklist Definition & Meaning

blacklist
noun
  1. a list of people who are out of favor
verb
  1. put on a blacklist so as to banish or cause to be boycotted; "many books were blacklisted by the Nazis"

"Blacklist" in song lyrics

See how blacklist is used in real songs:

  • "Big click with breakfast and blacklist"
    Domingo f/ Eminem — Hustlers and Hardcore
  • "Preacher practise, our blacklist"
    Marley Marl f/ Public Enemy, Tragedy — America Eats the Young
  • "Far as I know we've been blacklist"
    Prefuse 73 f/ Aesop Rock, MF Doom — Blacklist

Usage tips for "blacklist"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "blacklist" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for blacklist to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does blacklist mean?
a list of people who are out of favor put on a blacklist so as to banish or cause to be boycotted; "many books were blacklisted by the Nazis"
What part of speech is blacklist?
Blacklist is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does blacklist have?
Blacklist has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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