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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A black native of Appalachia.

Adjective

1. 1
   Black and Appalachian; of or pertaining to black people in Appalachia and their culture.

Etymology

Blend of African + Appalachian, attributed to poet Frank X Walker.

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