negro
/ˈniɡroʊ/
noun
- A person of Black African ancestry. This term was once common but is now considered outdated and offensive. It is used today mainly in historical contexts or as a racial slur.
- Many older books refer to Black people as 'negroes,' which is no longer acceptable.
- The word 'negro' was commonly used in official documents in the 19th century.
- He explained that the term 'negro' is now seen as disrespectful and should be avoided.
adjective
- Relating to Black people of African ancestry. Now considered offensive and outdated.
- The museum displayed artifacts from the 'negro' regiments of the Civil War.
- The 'negro' population was counted separately in historical census records.
- She found an old sign that said 'negro school' from the segregation era.