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Term: Darky

Part of Speech: Noun (Singular)

Sense 1:

Definition: A derogatory term used historically to refer to a black person.

Sample Sentence: "The term 'darky' is offensive and should never be used to describe anyone."

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: Having a very dark or black color.

Sample Sentence: "The darky room was lit only by a single candle."

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Sense 2:

Definition: Gloomy or depressing.

Sample Sentence: "After the storm, the atmosphere in the house was darky and somber."

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Definition: In a dark or obscure manner.

Sample Sentence: "The little mouse scurried darky across the room."

Part of Speech: Noun (Plural: darkies)

Sense 1:

Definition: An offensive term historically used to refer to black people.

Sample Sentence: "The derogatory term 'darkies' should never be used to address any individual or group."

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