Caucasoid

[kaw-kuh-soid]

Cau·ca·soid

[kaw-kuh-soid]
adjective, noun
Caucasian (defs. 1, 4).

Origin:
1900–05; caucas(ian) + -oid

non-Cau·ca·soid, adjective, noun
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Caucasoid is always a great word to know.
So is lollapalooza. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
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Caucasoid (ˈkɔːkəˌzɔɪd)
 
adj
1.  denoting, relating to, or belonging to the lighter-complexioned supposed racial group of mankind, which includes the peoples indigenous to Europe, N Africa, SW Asia, and the Indian subcontinent and their descendants in other parts of the world
 
n
2.  a member of this racial group
 
usage  The word Caucasoid and other words ending in -oid and relating to racial group are controversial scientifically and best avoided

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