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Vocabulary Entry
coolie
|noun • noun
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N
noun
A laborer or porter, especially in South Asia, often used to refer to someone carrying loads.
Example Sentences
"The coolie helped carry our luggage to the train."
"Many coolies work in the markets, transporting goods for vendors."
"Historically, the label 'coolie' was used derogatorily to describe migrant workers."
N
noun
A term that can be considered derogatory, referring to unskilled laborers from certain regions, particularly in Asian contexts.
Example Sentences
"Using the term 'coolie' today is often seen as offensive."
"The documentary explored the lives of coolies in the early 20th century."
"He was criticized for using outdated and derogatory language by calling workers 'coolies'."