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gino

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈdʒinoʊ// gi·no Slang Vulgar

n. a very rude and offensive word for a person of Italian descent. It is a slur and you should not use it.

n. an ethnic slur directed at people of Italian origin. Highly offensive and derogatory in all contexts.


CONTEXTUAL

The use of the term gino in the workplace led to an immediate investigation into ethnic harassment.

Usage

Used as a derogatory label; carries a high risk of causing offense and is socially unacceptable.

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