noun
a member of a dark-skinned group of peoples originally native to Africa, or a person of African descent
adjective
relating to black people or African culture
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The term 'negro' was once commonly used to refer to people of African descent.
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My grandfather still uses the term 'negro' to describe black people.
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Some people might use the term 'negro' casually, but it can be offensive to others.
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In some cultures, the color black is associated with darkness and negativity, hence the term 'negro'.