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Q: What is the correct term for Eskimoand why is Eskimo objectionable?
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What is the correct term for the people commonly known as Eskimos?

Inuit although they are not in full agreement on that matter. Most consider the term Eskimo as pejorative or a put down.


A more polite term used to replace an objectionable one is called?

Euphemism


What is the Eskimo dog called?

A general term is a Husky.


What is the definition of condone?

The term "condone" means to to disregard or overlook something illegal or objectionable.


Where do Eskimo's live?

Eskimo has become an emotive term and it is now more widely accepted that the term Inuit is used instead, although this has its limitations. The Inuit live in the Arctic region of the world.


What do you call a more polite term used to replace an objectionable one?

One word is Euphemism


Is eskimo a racist term?

in Canada yes. Almost anywhere else no.


How do eskimo keep warm in an igloo?

The correct term is Inuit. If you actually go into an igloo, it is way warmer than any cabin. The ice blocks the heat from escaping, keeping it well insulated.


Eskimo roll is a term most commonly used in which sport?

Kayaking


Is eskimo and aleut the same?

Aleut is a type of Eskimo. Inupiaq and Yupik peoples are also considered Eskimo (There are more, just using these as examples). Eskimo is a term used to describe several different groups of indigenous people, just as Cherokee, Navajo, Crow and others are classified as Indian.


Which term is defined as an official with the power to examine remove or prohibit any publications deemed objectionable to a government?

censor.


Which term is defined as an official with the power to examine remove or prohibit any publications deemed objectionable to a govern?

censor.