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Coolie (variously spelled Cooly, Kuli, Quli, etc.) is:
* A contemporary racial slur for people of Asian descent, including people from India, Central Asia, etc.
* A historical term for manual laborers from Asia, particularly China and India, in the 19th century and early 20th century.
For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated below. * Coolie is a Hindi word which when translated refers to laborers. The word coolie was used in a derogatory manner by the colonialist, to refer to Indians etc as servants or slaves.
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What is the definition of coolie?
A 'coolie' is an unskilled field labourer in Far Eastern countries.
Is Coolie a noun?
Yes, the word 'coolie' is a noun, a word for an unskilled worker, usually from Asia (obsolete derogatory term), a word for a person.
Theme of coolie by mulk raj anand?
Enslavement and Victimization of Man in an Exploitative Society
Is this how you spell coolly?
That is the correct spelling of the adverb "coolly" (calmly).The slang term for a Chinese laborer was spelled coolie.
What are the literary devices used in coolie mother by david dabydeen?
The poem employs similes, imagery, hyperbole and a proverb.
Who is a hardworking labourers who carried goods of ships to godowns?
Coolie
When was Coolie Ranx born?
Coolie Ranx was born on 1965-03-09.
What is the definition of coolie?
A 'coolie' is an unskilled field labourer in Far Eastern countries.
What are the ratings and certificates for Coolie - 2004?
Coolie - 2004 is rated/received certificates of: India:U
What are the ratings and certificates for Coolie - 1983 I?
Coolie - 1983 I is rated/received certificates of: India:U UK:15
What actors and actresses appeared in Railway Coolie - 1998?
The cast of Railway Coolie - 1998 includes: Mammootty
Who carrier your luggage?
Coolie.
Who carriers luggage?
Coolie.
What are the ratings and certificates for Coolie - 1983 II?
Coolie - 1983 II is rated/received certificates of: India:U (CBFC)
What are the themes in Coolie Mother?
There are two themes in 'coolie mother,' by David Dabydeen.The two themes are poverty and misery.
Which birds are in the film of coolie?
Baaz
What life as a coolie as like?
tiring
