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Is Squarehead a Bad Word?
Is Squarehead a Bad Word?
Robert Thorne••5 min read
Squarehead (pejorative)
"Squarehead", a generic derogatory term
derogatory term
A pejorative or slur is a word or grammatical form expressing a negative or a disrespectful connotation, a low opinion, or a lack of respect toward someone or something. It is also used to express criticism, hostility, or disregard.
for people from Germany and Scandinavia; Commonly used for Germans during the First and Second World War, but found in a collection of slang from 1906 relating particularly to German military style.
What does a squarehead mean?
1 : blockhead, dolt. 2 dated slang, disparaging + offensive. a : german. b : scandinavian especially : swede.
Why are people called square heads?
'Squarehead' is a literal translation of the term tête carrée used by French-Canadians to describe English-Canadians, especially those who do not or prefer not to speak French.
