Black Mirror
Definition
A dark, reflective surface, such as polished obsidian, traditionally used in scrying or divination to glimpse visions or the future.
A critically acclaimed British anthology television series created by Charlie Brooker, featuring standalone episodes that satirize the dark side of technology and modern society.
Informal metaphor for a smartphone or tablet screen when powered off, evoking dystopian themes of surveillance and digital obsession.
Examples
After staring into her black mirror during the séance, she swore she saw her ex's next bad haircut.
Bingeing Black Mirror on Friday night turned my smart fridge into a suspect – now it whispers recipe suggestions at 3 AM.
He called his phone a black mirror, reflecting only doomscrolls and forgotten group chats from 2012.
In the Black Mirror episode, social ratings decided your job – sounds familiar if you've ever checked your LinkedIn profile.