Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ethiops
Noun
/ˈɛθiːɒps/
Definition
A term used historically to refer to a black person or African; often outdated and considered offensive today.
Examples
- The term ‘ethiops’ was often used in classical literature.
- In ancient texts, the Ethiops were described with various cultural references.
Meaning
The term ‘ethiops’ originates from ancient usage, primarily employed to denote dark-skinned individuals or those from Africa. It carries connotations tied to historical descriptions of different peoples.
Synonyms
- African
- Black man
- Negroid (historically, and now considered dated and insensitive)
