mandingo Definition and Meaning in English (mandingo definition)
nounMandingo definition: A member of a large ethnic group of West Africa, primarily found in Gambia, Guinea, Mali, and Senegal, known for their rich cultural heritage and historical empires.
Definitions of Mandingo
- 1noun
A member of a large ethnic group of West Africa, primarily found in Gambia, Guinea, Mali, and Senegal, known for their rich cultural heritage and historical empires.
- 2noun(slang)
A derogatory and offensive racial slur historically used in the United States to stereotype Black men, often implying hypersexuality and physical prowess, originating from racist narratives during slavery.
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“The Mandingo people have a rich oral tradition, including the epic of Sundiata.”
“Using 'Mandingo' as a racial slur is deeply offensive and perpetuates harmful stereotypes.”
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