Meanings
How to pronounce "black sheep":
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A nonconformist; an unusual or unconventional person, who may be rejected or disdained by others for this reason.
Example: "He always was the black sheep in the family, as an artist among doctors and lawyers."
A person who is not wholesome, honest, or trustworthy.
A worker who refuses to strike; a scab.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see black, sheep.
Example Sentences
1
Tom is the black sheep of the family because he is always causing trouble.
2
Amy feels like the black sheep of her class because she is the only one who doesn't enjoy sports.
3
John is the black sheep of the office because he never follows the dress code.
4
The Smiths' youngest son is the black sheep of the family because he dropped out of college.
5
Lisa always felt like the black sheep of her group of friends because her taste in music was different.
