half caste
/ˈhæfˌkæst/
adjective
- Of mixed racial or ethnic ancestry. This usage is now considered offensive.
- Using half-caste to describe someone is considered disrespectful today.
- The novel's use of half-caste reflects the prejudices of its time.
- The old census form had a category for half-caste individuals.
noun
- A person of mixed racial or ethnic ancestry. This term is now considered offensive and outdated.
- Modern discussions about race reject labels like half-caste.
- The term half-caste was once used in colonial records but is now seen as derogatory.
- She explained that half-caste is a hurtful word and should be avoided.