noun
chink
An offensive slur for a person of Chinese ancestry.
The witness reports that the attacker used the anti-Chinese slur “chink.”
Etymology
A derogatory alteration of Chinese or China. It is unrelated to chink meaning a narrow opening or a ringing sound.
More examples
- The editor removed “chink” from the headline because it is a racial slur.
- The historical source contains “chink,” a derogatory term for a Chinese person.
- The teacher explains why calling someone a “chink” is offensive.
Forms
chink · chinks
Similar words
- Chinese person
- Chinese person is a neutral description; this headword is a racist slur.