negress

/'ni:gris/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A Black woman or girl: "Negress" is a dated and now generally offensive term historically used to refer to a female person of Black African ancestry.
Usage
  • The word "negress" is considered archaic and offensive in modern English. It belongs to a set of terms based on the root "Negro," which were once standard but are now avoided due to their association with historical racism and segregation. It should not be used in contemporary speech or writing. The neutral and respectful terms are "Black woman" or "Black girl."
Examples
  • Noun:
    • Historical texts sometimes used the term "negress." (This is a descriptive statement about historical usage, not a recommendation for use.)
    • The museum exhibit explained why words like "negress" are no longer acceptable. (This example discusses the term in a critical, historical context.)
Advanced Usage
  • The term is primarily encountered in historical documents, literature from specific periods, or in academic discussions about the evolution of language and racial terminology. Its use today is likely to cause offense.
Variants and Related Words
  • Negro (n): A dated term for a Black person, especially a man. Also considered offensive in contemporary usage.
  • Negrillo (n): An archaic anthropological term for a member of certain small-statured peoples of central and southern Africa. Highly specialized and dated.
  • Negritic (adj): Relating to Black African peoples. This is a technical, anthropological term.
Synonyms
  • Black woman: The standard, respectful modern term.
  • Black girl: The standard, respectful modern term for a younger female.
  • Woman of color: A broader, respectful term that can include women of Black African descent among other groups.
Important Note on Usage
  • "Negress" is an offensive term. It is categorized as a racial slur. This entry is provided for historical and educational understanding only. It is crucial to use respectful, person-first language. The recommended terms are always "Black woman" or "Black girl."
Noun
  1. a Black woman or girl

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