black diamond noun7 •A symbol representing a steep and relatively difficult trail, typically of a 40% gradient or above. •Carbonado, a natural diamond that is black in color. •A black synthetic diamond, specifically a CVD polycrystalline diamond or HPHT polycrystalline compact diamond. •(South-Africa, offensive) A member of the new affluent black middle class in South Africa, characterized by conspicuous consumption. •Anthracite. •Hematite. •Boron carbide. formsblack diamonds