What is the difference between the colours black and ebony?

Answer 1

While "Black" is the generic name for a colour, or a particular segment of the colour spectrum, "Ebony" refers to a specific colour. Since the name "Ebony" also refers to the dense wood ebony, commonly from the genus Diospyros, in colour terms would refer to a particular red- or dark brown-tinged black.

Answer 2

Black is a pure color with no hue, while ebony is a dark brown-black color with hints of dark brown or green. Ebony is often associated with richness and depth due to its wood-like appearance, while black is a more neutral and versatile color.