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Jim Crow |
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Jim Crow (American) a situation that existed until the 1960's in the south of the US, when black people were treated badly, especially by being separated from white people in public places Usage notes: Jim Crow was the name of a black character in a 19th century song and dance act. Jim Crow meant there were no black kids in white schools. (American)See also: crow How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Jim Crow, moreover, was seen executing his world-renowned dance, in gingerbread. |
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