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kike

/kaɪk/

Meanings
  • Noun

    A derogatory term used historically to refer to Jews.

    - "He used the offensive term 'kike' to refer to the Jewish family next door."
    - "The use of the term 'kike' is a clear indication of hate speech."

Synonyms

heeb , hymie , sheeny , shylock , yid
Variants
List of all variants of kike that leads to same result
kike , kikes
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally derived from the Russian word 'kik' or 'kike,' meaning 'little man.' Over time, it took on the derogatory meaning of 'Jew.'


Trivia
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  1. The term 'kike' was commonly used during World War II to refer to Jews in Europe.

  2. The use of the term 'kike' is considered a form of hate speech and is not acceptable in any context.

  3. The term 'kike' is derived from the Russian word 'kik' or 'kike,' meaning 'little man,' but took on a derogatory meaning when used to refer to Jews.


Culture
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The use of the term 'kike' is deeply rooted in anti-Semitic hate speech and has no positive cultural significance.

How to Memorize "kike"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a small, vulnerable person being targeted and hurt by this term.
    - Visualize a community coming together to stand up against the use of this term.
    - Think of the pain and suffering this term has caused throughout history.

  2. associate

    - Associate the term 'kike' with hate speech and intolerance.
    - Remember that using this term is offensive and hurtful.
    - Connect the term 'kike' with the history of anti-Semitism.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'K' stands for 'Kike,' but also for 'Kindness,' 'Understanding,' and 'Acceptance.'
    - Think of the term 'kike' as a 'K' for 'Kinder,' and remind yourself to be kind to all people.
    - Use the acronym 'KISS' (Keep It Simple, Stupid) and remember that using hate speech is never simple or smart.


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