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coon

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈkun// UK //kˈuːn// coon Archaic Informal Slang Vulgar

n. a very offensive and hateful word for a Black person. You should not use this word because it is used to insult and hurt people based on their race.

n. an extremely offensive ethnic slur for a Black person. Highly derogatory in all contexts; its use is socially taboo and intended to dehumanise.


Synonyms
Origin

Clipping of raccoon.

Usage

Highly offensive and derogatory; avoid use except when discussing the term as a linguistic or historical artifact.

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