potato eater

The term "potato eater" has varied meanings, often influenced by cultural and historical contexts. It can be neutral, descriptive, or derogatory.

Definition

B2Art

(neutral, descriptive)A person depicted in art, particularly in Vincent Van Gogh's painting, as consuming potatoes as a staple food.

Example

  • In Van Gogh's 'The Potato Eaters,' the subjects are humble peasants sharing a meal of potatoes.

C1Historical

(derogatory, slang)A term historically used to refer to Irish people, implying their heavy reliance on potatoes for sustenance.

Example

  • In the 18th century, 'potato eater' was a derogatory term used for the Irish.

C2Cultural

(slang, offensive)In Japanese slang, a term used to describe Japanese women who date or marry Caucasian men.

C2Cultural

(derogatory, insult)In German, 'Kartoffelfresser' translates to 'potato eater' and is used as an insult implying lack of sophistication.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "potato eater":

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