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Nigger

usgb/ˈnɪɡər/Volume
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Racial Slur

Considered a hateful insult towards Black people, evoking a history of racism.

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Avoid Usage

The term is highly offensive and using it can cause significant harm and offense.

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Historical Context

Originally used to demean enslaved African people and maintain racial hierarchies.

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