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Term: Wop

Part of Speech: Noun

1. Sense: Offensive slang

Wop is a derogatory term used to refer to Italian people or people of Italian descent.

2. Sense: Historical

During the early 20th century, "wop" was a derogatory term commonly used to discriminate against Italian immigrants in the United States.

3. Sense: Informal

Wop can also refer to an individual who is considered to be a newcomer or inexperienced in a particular field or activity.

Part of Speech: Verb

1. Sense: Slang

As a verb, "wop" means to hit or strike someone or something with force. It is often used in a colloquial or informal context.

2. Sense: Slang

In some contexts, "wop" can also mean to cheat or deceive someone, usually in a playful manner among friends.

Part of Speech: Adjective

1. Sense: Offensive slang

When used as an adjective, "wop" describes something or someone related to Italian culture, but it is considered a derogatory term.

Part of Speech: Interjection

1. Sense: Offensive slang

"Wop" can be used as an interjection in a derogatory manner to express disapproval or contempt towards Italian people or their culture.

Sample Sentences:

1. My Italian friend was offended when someone called him a wop.
2. Back in the 1920s, many Italian immigrants faced discrimination with racial slurs like wop.
3. I'm a wop when it comes to playing the guitar; I've only just started learning.
4. He angrily shouted, "Don't make me wop you!"
5. We used to playfully wop each other during our childhood games.
6. Some people mistakenly believe that all Italians are wop.
7. Their spaghetti Bolognese is as authentic as it gets, prepared by a true wop chef.
8. When he mentioned their favorite soccer team, they responded, "Wop!" in a mockingly hostile manner.

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