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(as) black as one's hat
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used to refer to something that is very dark or black in color
Idiom
Informal
Old useWhat is the origin of the idiom "black as one's hat" and when to use it?
The idiom "black as one's hat" is used to describe something that is very dark or black in color. The phrase originates from the fact that for about a hundred years, the vast majority of men's hats in Britain were black. This includes top hats, bowler hats, homburg hats, and others.
Example
The night was as black as one's hat, making it difficult to see anything.
The cat was as black as one's hat, blending into the shadows.
The coffee was as black as one's hat, without a hint of cream or sugar.
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