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Meaning of Ookland | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

Definitions

A derogatory name for Oakland, California, United States, with reference to its African-American population.

derogatory, ethnic, offensive, rare, slang, slur

Examples

“Residents who attended the official meeting in Ookland hit out at the estimated costs of reparations, which some believe it is 'nowhere near enough,' demanding $200million direct cash payments to individuals instead.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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