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Negro Definition & Meaning

negro
adjective
  1. relating to or characteristic of or being a member of the traditional racial division of mankind having brown to black pigmentation and tightly curled hair
noun
  1. a person with dark skin who comes from Africa (or whose ancestors came from Africa)

"Negro" in song lyrics

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  • "European, latin or negro"
    Aceyalone — Rappers Rappers Rappers
  • "European, Latin, or Negro"
    Aceyalone — Rappers, Rappers, Rappers 12 for 10
  • "Church was on and poppin' especially for the Negro"
    The Ambassador f/ Karan Sabir — Back Home

Usage tips for "negro"

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Frequently asked questions

What does negro mean?
relating to or characteristic of or being a member of the traditional racial division of mankind having brown to black pigmentation and tightly curled hair a person with dark skin who comes from Africa (or whose ancestors came from Africa)
What part of speech is negro?
Negro is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does negro have?
Negro has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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