linthead
nounEtymology From lint + head. Originated in the textile mills of the Carolinas.
1
Southern US, Derogatory, Offensive A worker in a cotton or other textile mill.
2
Southern US, Derogatory, Offensive A low-class Southern white.
noun — 2 senses
Etymology From lint + head. Originated in the textile mills of the Carolinas.
Southern US, Derogatory, Offensive A worker in a cotton or other textile mill.
Southern US, Derogatory, Offensive A low-class Southern white.
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