noun
- Plural of golliwog; a doll with a grotesque or exaggerated appearance, traditionally made with a dark face and fuzzy hair.
Usage: dated; offensive; The term and associated dolls are now widely considered offensive due to racist origins and associations.
Examples
- The antique shop displayed a collection of golliwogs from the early 20th century.
- Many libraries and schools have removed golliwogs from children's books due to their offensive nature.
- The golliwogs in the old nursery rhyme book are no longer considered appropriate for modern audiences.