Bohunk

/ˈboʊhʌŋk/ noun

An offensive slur for immigrants from Central Europe, particularly those from bohemia, austria, or polish regions, historically used in the United States.

Combination of 'Bohemian' and a derogatory suffix, likely influenced by similar-sounding slurs. Created in early 20th-century America as immigrant groups faced discrimination.

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