WOP is a slur used to describe Italians in a derogatory way. High class Italian. Stands for "With Out Papers." Started when there was a big Italian emigration to the U.S., and many were coming in illegally (with out papers). Also could mean "Working On Pavement", or refer to "guappo," (pronounced "woppo") a slang I
The word WOP is a racial slur that has been used historically to degrade and dehumanize italians. The word is still used by some people for this purpose, and it is seen as offensive and hurtful to italians. If you are unsure about whether or not it is appropriate to use the word WOP, it is best to err on the side of caution and avoid using it in any situation.