black-and-white

UK
/blæk ənd waɪt/
US
/blæk ənd waɪt/

Translations

black-and-whitenoun
black-and-whites
pl
UK
/ˌblæk.əndˈwaɪt/
US
/ˌblæk.əndˈwaɪt/
черно-белый фильм
We watched an old black-and-white film last night.
Вчера вечером мы смотрели старый черно-белый фильм.
черно-белое изображение
The photographer preferred to work with black-and-white images.
Фотограф предпочитал работать с черно-белыми изображениями.
black-and-whiteadjective
more black-and-white
Comp.
most black-and-white
Super.
UK
/blæk ənd waɪt/
US
/blæk ənd waɪt/
The old movie was in black-and-white.
Старый фильм был черно-белым.

Definitions

black-and-whitenoun
A photograph or image in shades of gray, without color.
The gallery featured a stunning collection of black-and-white photographs from the 1920s.
A type of film or television program that is produced in black and white rather than color.
The classic black-and-white movie was shown at the film festival.
A simple, clear distinction or contrast between two things, often used metaphorically.
The issue isn't as black-and-white as it seems; there are many nuances to consider.
black-and-whiteadjective
Lacking color, consisting of shades of black, white, and gray.
The old movie was filmed in black-and-white, giving it a classic feel.
Simplistic or overly simplistic, lacking nuance or complexity.
Her black-and-white view of the situation didn't take into account the various factors involved.
Based on or portraying two mutually exclusive categories, especially of right and wrong, with no shades of gray.
His black-and-white morality left little room for compromise.