dots, not feathers

English

Etymology

From the stereotypes that people from India wear the Hindu bindi (dot) on their forehead, while Native Americans wear feathered headpieces.

Phrase

dots, not feathers

  1. (slang) Expresses that a person described as "Indian" is from the country of India, as opposed to being of Native American (American Indian) background.
    Rishabh is Indian (dots, not feathers).

Usage notes

This phrase is based on racial stereotypes and may be considered racist.

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