Ethnic Slur (Noun)
Meaning
A slur on someone's race or language.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The politician was criticized for using an ethnic slur to describe the opponent's cultural heritage during the debate.
- Using an ethnic slur in a joke is not only insensitive, but it's also perpetuating harmful stereotypes.
- The TV show was canceled after the lead actor used an ethnic slur in an interview, sparking widespread outrage on social media.
- The journalist apologized for including an ethnic slur in her article, saying it was a mistake and not a reflection of her personal views.
- The use of an ethnic slur by the teacher led to a protest by students, demanding more sensitivity training for school staff.