Etymology

black bloc

Today it means: Any group of individuals who join a protest or demonstration, wearing black clothing including items to protect and/or conceal their faces and often engaging in violence and vandalism; the tactic of forming and participating in such a group. Full definition →

German schwarzer Block
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  1. German · calque ofschwarzer Block
  2. English todayblack bloc

Calque of German schwarzer Block.

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