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black sheep

The correct spelling is black sheep.

How to pronounce black sheep

noun

Say it like: Bla-k s-hee-p

The correct spelling is black sheep. A nonconformist; an unusual or unconventional person. For example: "He always was the black sheep in the family, as an artist among doctors and lawyers."

Usage Examples

He always was the black sheep in the family, as an artist among doctors and lawyers.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A nonconformist; an unusual or unconventional person.
  2. 2.A disliked person; one who is disfavored.

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