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chinaman

/ˈtʃaɪ.nə.mən/

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noun

/ˈtʃaɪ.nə.mən/formalsportobsolete
  • ruУстаревший и оскорбительный термин для обозначения человека китайского происхождения, в настоящее время считающийся расовым оскорблением. В крикете также обозначает специфический тип подачи левшой правше, при котором мяч закручивается от внешней стороны к ноге.

An outdated and offensive term for a person of Chinese descent, now considered a racial slur. In cricket, it also refers to a specific type of delivery bowled by a left-handed bowler to a right-handed batsman that spins from off to leg.

proper noun

  1. Offensive term for a Chinese personC1informal

    A highly offensive and derogatory term for a person of Chinese descent. Its use is considered racist and should be avoided.

    ruОскорбительное обозначение китайца

    • The term 'Chinaman' is now widely recognized as a racial slur.
    • Using 'Chinaman' to refer to someone of Chinese heritage is deeply insulting.
    • Historical texts sometimes contain the word 'Chinaman', but it is now considered offensive.

    Synonymscelestialchinkcoolie

  2. Cricket delivery typeC2formalbritishsport

    In cricket, a ball bowled by a left-handed bowler to a right-handed batsman that spins from the off side to the leg side.

    ruЧайнамен

    • The left-arm spinner bowled a perfect Chinaman to dismiss the batsman.
    • He is known for his ability to bowl a deceptive Chinaman.
    • The batsman was surprised by the Chinaman delivery and edged it to the wicketkeeper.
Forms
  • chinamen plural form
  • chinamen's possessive plural form
  • chinaman's possessive singular form