sheeney

[shee-nee]

Origin

noun, plural shee·neys. Slang: Disparaging and Offensive.

sheeny².

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Word Origin & History

sheeney

vulgar term of abuse, "a Jew," 1816, of unknown origin; perhaps related to Rus. zhid, Pol., Czech zid "a Jew." Used before c.1870 by Jews and Gentiles without intent of insult.

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