Plural of 'dago,' an outdated and offensive ethnic slur historically used against people of Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese origin.
Derived from 'Diego,' a Spanish name, it became a derogatory term used primarily in 19th and 20th century America to demean immigrants from Southern Europe and the Mediterranean.
This word is a painful reminder of how ethnic prejudice became embedded in language itself—it was commonly used in American media and literature during the era of mass European immigration, reflecting deep social tensions.
Plural of 'dago,' a 19th-20th century ethnic slur against Italian and Spanish people. The slur became embedded in colonial-era language.
Avoid entirely; word is slur. Use 'Italian person' or 'Spanish person' if ethnicity is relevant.
["Italian","Spanish","Portuguese"]
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