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Darkey

Definition:

Darkey is a dated and offensive term used to refer to a black person, typically of African or African American descent.

Senses:

Sense 1: Noun - Offensive term for a black person.

Sense 2: Adjective - Outdated term describing something associated with black people or their culture.

Examples:

Sense 1:

1. He used the derogatory term "darkey" to insult his African American colleague.
2. The novel depicted the struggles of a darkey in a racially hostile society.

Sense 2:

1. The vintage poster featured a caricature of a darkey playing a banjo.
2. She enjoyed listening to darkey blues music from the early 20th century.

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