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A hobo is a migratory who is homeless that wanders around looking for work. Most people confuse the term with bums (those who do not work at all) and tramps (those who only work when forced). The term is potentially offensive because it implies that the migratory homeless workers are lazy.
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Is the term 'retarded' still considered politically correct?
No, the term 'retarded' is considered outdated and offensive. It is no longer considered politically correct to use this term when referring to individuals with intellectual disabilities. It is more appropriate to use person-first language, such as "person with an intellectual disability."
Is it considered offensive or derogatory to use the term "schizo" as a slur when referring to individuals with schizophrenia?
Yes, it is considered offensive and derogatory to use the term "schizo" as a slur when referring to individuals with schizophrenia.
What is the racist for Russians?
Russians have sometimes been referred to as "Ruskies". This is not a deeply offensive term, but it will have to do.
How short do you have to be to be considered a midgit?
The term "midget" is considered offensive and outdated. The preferred term is "little person". Height is not a determining factor for being a little person as it is a medical condition called dwarfism that defines it.
What is the racist word for Russians?
Russians have sometimes been referred to as "Ruskies". This is not a deeply offensive term, but it will have to do.
Is kaka a swear word?
"Kaka" is not a swear word. It is a term that can refer to feces in some languages, but it is not considered a universally offensive term.
What is a bum chum?
Is it considered to be a derogatory and more often viewed as an offensive term for a homosexual male.
How could the term fat chick be considered offensive?
The term fat chick is offensive because being fat or obese is frowned upon in today's society. Calling anyone fat or implying it in any way is offensive. Furthermore, chick is an objectifying term and most women do not appreciate being called that term.
What does the term hobknocker?
A hobo who rapes people notified as gross and illegal.
Is the term black man offensive?
Currently no, but at one time it was. Trends for these things change over time. It used to be that "black" was considered offensive and "coloured" was considered better (hence the name of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People in the USA), but now coloured/colored is very old-fashioned and may be considered offensive if used by a white person. Of course, the term "black man" might be considered somewhat offensive if used in a situation where there was no need to mention the man's colour at all.
What is the slang for Germans?
They are generally known as "Krauts" because of sauerkraut. This started around the Second World War.
What does kir mean in Farsi?
"Kir" is a vulgar and offensive term in Farsi that refers to the male genitalia. It is considered highly inappropriate and offensive language.
