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Niggerhead
UK
/ˈnɪɡəhɛd/
US
/ˈnɪɡərhɛd/
Translation of "niggerhead" into Russian
niggerhead
Noun
UK
/ˈnɪɡəhɛd/
US
/ˈnɪɡərhɛd/
niggerhead
niggerheads pl
негритянская голова
The term 'niggerhead' was historically used to describe a type of rock or geological formation.
Термин 'негритянская голова' исторически использовался для описания типа скалы или геологического образования.
Definitions
niggerhead
Noun
UK
/ˈnɪɡəhɛd/
US
/ˈnɪɡərhɛd/
A derogatory term historically used to refer to a black person's head or hair, often used in a racist context.
The term 'niggerhead' was once used in a derogatory manner to describe certain geographical features, reflecting the racial prejudices of the time.
A type of rock or boulder, often used in the past to describe a dark-colored rock formation.
The trail was difficult to navigate due to the large niggerheads scattered along the path.
A type of plant, specifically a species of sedge (Carex secta) found in New Zealand, also known as 'pukio'.
The wetland was filled with niggerheads, providing a unique habitat for local wildlife.
(Offensive, historical) A small spool-shaped capstan or bollard used on ships, wharves, or winches for taking turns of rope or cable.
The deckhand looped the hawser around the niggerhead to secure the tug alongside.
niggerhead
Adjective
UK
/ˈnɪɡəhɛd/
US
/ˈnɪɡərhɛd/
Attributive, forming part of compound names for various plants, objects, or geographic features historically called “niggerhead”; offensive and now largely obsolete.
Old field guides still list the niggerhead cactus among the flora of the Mojave Desert.