/ˈnɪɡə/ (noun) or /ˈnɪɡɑː/ (verb)

Definitions

1. noun

a male friend or companion, especially a young black man; used to express solidarity, camaraderie, or respect

“The rapper’s lyrics addressed the struggles of his community, and he ended with a heartfelt ‘nigga, we’re in this together.’”

2. verb

to treat or regard someone with disdain or disrespect, often by using a derogatory term

“When the celebrity used the ‘n-word’ in his interview, many fans felt he had ‘nigga’d’ himself out of the public’s favor.”