Meaning of the word blackface in English
What does blackface mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
blackface
US /ˈblæk.feɪs/
UK /ˈblæk.feɪs/
Noun
the practice of white performers blackening their faces to play caricatured black people, especially in minstrel shows
Example:
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The use of blackface in entertainment has a long and controversial history.
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Many find blackface deeply offensive due to its racist origins.