Chinaman
Older Use: Offensive. a term used to refer to a Chinese person or a person of Chinese descent.
(often lowercase)Older Slang: Offensive. a person regarded as one's benefactor, sponsor, or protector.
(lowercase)Archaic. a person who imports or sells china.
Idioms about Chinaman
a Chinaman's chance, Older Use: Offensive. the slightest chance.
Origin of Chinaman
1usage note For Chinaman
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British Dictionary definitions for Chinaman
/ (ˈtʃaɪnəmən) /
archaic, or derogatory a native or inhabitant of China
(often not capital) cricket a ball bowled by a left-handed bowler to a right-handed batsman that spins from off to leg
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