noun
gugu
noun
1
A dated and offensive slang term for a Filipino person.
"The word "gugu" appears in old accounts from the Philippine–American War and is now considered a slur."
How to Use Gugu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn old, offensive slang word for a Filipino person — best avoided entirely.
When to use it
Ethnic slur, historical usage only; do not use in modern speech or writing.
Word Forms
gugus plural
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Etymology
A variant of "goo-goo," a slur used by American soldiers in the Philippines in the early 20th century.