concept   coon
culture   Australia
statement   The term 'coon' in Australian culture is ambiguous, as it can refer to a racial slur or a species of marsupial.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 coon Australia The term 'coon' is considered a racial slur and is offensive to Indigenous peoples. 1
2 coon Australia Refers to a species of marsupial native to Australia, with no racial connotations. 1
3 coon Australia Considered a racial slur, offensive and inappropriate to use 1
4 coon Australia Refers to a small, omnivorous mammal native to these countries, also known as a bandicoot 1
5 coon Australia Shortened term for 'raccoon', a type of small mammal commonly found in North America. 1
6 coot Australia In these countries, coots are often found in parks and urban areas, where they are known for their distinctive, aggressive behavior towards other birds. 1
7 coot Australia Coots are not as commonly known in Asia and Australia as they are in North America and Europe. 1
8 coot Australia Coots are often found in urban park ponds and are known for their aggressive behavior in defending their territories and offspring. 1