Native American History Terms

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noun a derogatory term used to refer to a white person, especially in Native American contexts

  • The term 'paleface' is considered derogatory and should not be used in formal settings.
  • I heard someone refer to a fair-skinned person as a paleface the other day.
  • Hey paleface, you need some sunscreen for that skin tone?
  • In the wild west movies, the cowboys often referred to the settlers as palefaces.