negro

/ˈnɛɡroʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

Originally, a person of African descent, especially one from the Iberian Peninsula or Latin America. Now considered archaic or offensive in many contexts.

“Many countries in Latin America have a large negro population with African and indigenous ancestry.”

2. adjective

Of or relating to negroes or black people.

“The negro community has a rich cultural heritage and has made significant contributions to the arts.”

3. noun

A black horse or other dark-colored animal.

“The farmer had a beautiful negro stallion with a shiny black coat.”

Synonyms

  • African-American
  • black

Antonyms

  • Caucasian
  • white