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- DictionaryRed·skin/ˈredˌskin/
noun
- 1. a North American Indian. dated, offensive
Redskin is a slang term for Native Americans in the United States and First Nations in Canada. The term redskin underwent pejoration through the 19th to early 20th centuries [1] and in contemporary dictionaries of American English, it is labeled as offensive, disparaging, or insulting.
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May 19, 2016 · The origin of the word “redskin” has long been disputed by linguists, Native American activists who consider it a slur and those who insist that the name of Washington’s football team honors...
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Dec 1, 2013 · The word "redskin" was once a common and neutral term for Native Americans, but became offensive in the late 20th century. Learn how the term evolved, why it is controversial, and how it relates to the Washington NFL team.
Sep 9, 2013 · According to Smithsonian historian Ives Goddard, early historical records indicate that "Redskin" was used as a self-identifier by Native Americans to differentiate between the two...
The meaning of REDSKIN is —used as an insulting and contemptuous term for an American Indian.
Jun 18, 2014 · Update: Yes, A 'Redskin' Does, In Fact, Mean the Scalped Head of a Native American, Sold, Like a Pelt, for Cash. Many have claimed that our story about the etymology of...
Jul 3, 2020 · The origin of the word “redskin” has long been disputed by linguists, Native American activists who consider it a slur, and those who insist that the name of Washington’s football team honors...
