Mister Charlie

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noun Older Slang: Usually Disparaging and Offensive.

a term used to refer to a white person.

a term used to refer to white people collectively.

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Origin of Mister Charlie

First recorded in 1940–45

usage note for Mister Charlie

See Chuck.

Words nearby Mister Charlie

Mistassini, mistbow, mistcoat, misteach, mister, Mister Charlie, misterioso, mistflower, misthink, Misti, mistigris

How to use Mister Charlie in a sentence

The editors, writers, and cartoonists at Charlie Hebdo were human beings with families, friends, and loved ones.
Trolls and Martyrdom: Je Ne Suis Pas Charlie|Arthur Chu|January 9, 2015|DAILY BEAST
Some gay apps, like the newer Mister, have not subscribed to the community/tribe model.
Grindr’s Trans Dating Problem|David Levesley|January 9, 2015|DAILY BEAST
Charlie ridiculed my faith and culture and I died defending his right to do so.
The Muslim Cop Killed by Terrorists|Michael Daly|January 9, 2015|DAILY BEAST
As soon as this attack [happened], Paris citizens came together to show were are not afraid, we are Charlie Hebdo.
France Kills Charlie Hebdo Murderers|Nico Hines|January 9, 2015|DAILY BEAST

Carl Sandler, who founded Mister in 2012, previously founded Daddyhunt.com and worked at Gay.com.
Grindr’s Trans Dating Problem|David Levesley|January 9, 2015|DAILY BEAST
He forgot the great doctrine of humility, and declared that "Mister" Weston should have the volume that very night.
The Soldier of the Valley|Nelson Lloyd
Mister, I say, I don't suppose you don't know of nobody who don't want to hire nobody to do nothing, don't you?
The Book of Anecdotes and Budget of Fun;|Various
"There's a guy outside wants to see you, Chief," Charlie Ward's assistant announced through the door.
Hooded Detective, Volume III No. 2, January, 1942|Various
Charlie Ward moved a little closer and glanced behind him as he spoke.
Hooded Detective, Volume III No. 2, January, 1942|Various
Two hours later, Mr. Peck entered Charlie Ward's office again and eased himself into a chair.
Hooded Detective, Volume III No. 2, January, 1942|Various