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blackface

black·face

UK/ˈblækˌfeɪs/ uncommon

noun

1.

the makeup (usually burnt cork) used by a performer in order to imitate a Negro

Origin

From black + face.

Phrases

  • digital blackface
  • vocal blackface

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