English Explanatory Dictionary

Paki

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A Pakistani.
  2. Anyone whose origins are perceived to be from South Asia or the Indian subcontinent.
  3. Ellipsis of Paki shop.
adj
  1. Pakistani, or perceived to be Pakistani.
noun
  1. Alternative letter-case form of Paki.

Pronunciation

/ˈpæki/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-Paki.wav

Word forms

Paki Pakis

Etymology

Either a clipping of Pakistani or a back-formation from Pakistan. Doublet of Pak.

Derived words

Paki-bashing Pakiland Paki shop
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