Negress
noun
It is an old term used to describe a black woman or a female of African descent.
A Negress was seen crossing the street.

Usage tips
Archaic, Disapproving
Historical
noun
It is an old term used to describe a black woman or a female of African descent.
A Negress was seen crossing the street.

Usage tips
Archaic, Disapproving
Historical
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Strongly Outdated
The term 'negress' is considered extremely outdated and offensive by contemporary standards.

Potentially Offensive
Using 'negress' can cause serious offense. It's best to avoid this term in all modern communication.

Racially Sensitive
Be aware of the historical context where 'negress' was used, often in a racially insensitive manner.

Strongly Outdated
The term 'negress' is considered extremely outdated and offensive by contemporary standards.

Potentially Offensive
Using 'negress' can cause serious offense. It's best to avoid this term in all modern communication.

Racially Sensitive
Be aware of the historical context where 'negress' was used, often in a racially insensitive manner.

Strongly Outdated
The term 'negress' is considered extremely outdated and offensive by contemporary standards.

Potentially Offensive
Using 'negress' can cause serious offense. It's best to avoid this term in all modern communication.

Racially Sensitive
Be aware of the historical context where 'negress' was used, often in a racially insensitive manner.

Quote examples
Kara Walker
American Artist
I am performing this role of the artist and this role of the 'negress' coming into a white-box institution. It's kind of a self-appointed role: the self-designated negress.

Quote examples
Kara Walker
American Artist
I am performing this role of the artist and this role of the 'negress' coming into a white-box institution. It's kind of a self-appointed role: the self-designated negress.

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