Pinkerton-syndrome Definition

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(derogatory, Singaporean, dated) The tendency of some Asians to consider Caucasians superior, and to be biased in favour of Caucasians over Asians.

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Origin of Pinkerton-syndrome

  • The term is from the character of Lieutenant B.F. Pinkerton in the Puccini's opera Madame Butterfly.

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