What is among Spanish Americans, a foreigner, esp. an Englishman or American; -- often used as a term of reproach called?
gringo — Among Spanish Americans, a foreigner, esp. an Englishman or American; -- often used as a term of reproach. (Webster's 1913.)
Sources
- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913 edition (public domain, via GCIDE / Project Gutenberg).
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