Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun black_belt

2 senses of black belt

Sense 1
black belt -- (a person who attained the rank of expert in the martial arts (judo or karate))
       => expert -- (a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully)

Sense 2
black belt -- (a black sash worn to show expert standards in the martial arts (judo or karate))
       => badge -- (an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.); "they checked everyone's badge before letting them in")