🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

中国共产党人

Pronunciation / Transliteration: zhōngguó gòngchǎndǎngrén

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Chicom/ˈtʃaɪ.kɒm/
nounadjectiveCEFR C1 (Advanced)Top #14500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"这是一个冷战时期的历史政治术语。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A derogatory or informal term for a Chinese communist or a citizen, official, or military personnel of the People's Republic of China.

    "The historical document referred to the opposing forces using various Cold War military designations, including the term Chicom."
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to or characteristic of the Chinese Communist Party or the People's Republic of China, typically used in historical or military contexts.

    "Several vintage military artifacts were labeled with Chicom equipment specifications."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Coined in mid-20th-century political discourse as a portmanteau blending 'Chinese' and 'Communist'. It originated primarily in American military and journalistic contexts during the Cold War era to refer to the government, military, or citizens of the People's Republic of China, often carrying a derogatory or politically charged connotation.

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