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coon

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Noun — (informal, especially US) A raccoon.

Etymology

A shortened form of raccoon; the racist sense developed later as a derogatory extension.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “coon” mean?

The word “coon” means (informal, especially US) A raccoon. In plain terms, informally, a shortening of "raccoon" — but the word also carries a well-known and highly offensive racist meaning, so it needs to be handled with real care.

How do you pronounce “coon”?

“Coon” is pronounced koon (/kun/ in IPA).

How do you use “coon” in a sentence?

Here is “coon” used in a sentence: “A coon had gotten into the trash cans overnight.”

What part of speech is “coon”?

“Coon” is a noun.

How many meanings does “coon” have?

“Coon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (informal, especially US) A raccoon.

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