Mucker Slur

Is Mucker a slur?

Mucker is a slur used to describe Irish in a derogatory way.

Used in Boston because Irish immigrants could mostly only find employment helping to fill in the Back Bay which was at the time, marsh and water.

Mucker

The word Mucker is a racial slur that has been used historically to degrade and dehumanize irish. The word is still used by some people for this purpose, and it is seen as offensive and hurtful to irish. If you are unsure about whether or not it is appropriate to use the word Mucker, it is best to err on the side of caution and avoid using it in any situation.

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