swart

adjective

ˈswȯrt

: swarthy

archaic : producing a swarthy complexion

: baneful, malignant

swartness noun

in bodice rippers the hero is often a swart man of passion and mystery

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English sweart; akin to Old High German swarz black, Latin sordes dirt

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler

The first known use of swart was before the 12th century

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Style

“Swart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swart. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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