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coolie

/kʊli/ noun · British & US
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What does coolie mean?

noun

A person, especially in Asia, who carries loads on their back, often in a basket or on a pole. A person who loads or unloads goods from ships.

Example

"The coolie struggled under the heavy load as he made his way up the mountain."

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