Chicom

American  

[chahy-kom] / ˈtʃaɪˌkɒm /

noun

1. Slang: Disparaging.  a contemptuous term used to refer to a Chinese Communist.

2. a grenade or other weapon manufactured in Communist China.

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adjective

1. of or relating to the People's Republic of China.

Sensitive Note

Though the term was originally an official military abbreviation, the derogatory slang use originated during the Vietnam War.

Etymology

Origin of Chicom

First recorded in 1965–70; Chi(nese) ( def. ) + com(munist) ( def. )

Example Sentences

Left undiscussed at the summit were repeated ChiCom attacks on Japan, the Philippines, and Vietnam.

From Washington Times

As for the well-known ChiCom abuses against Tibetans, Uyghurs, and Christians, that beat – and all of the beatings – will go on.

From Washington Times

Meanwhile, two of the most treacherous unregistered ChiCom lobbyists during my Trump years, Black Rock’s Larry Fink and Blackstone’s Steve Schwarzman, broke bread at the head table.

From Washington Times

Such mil-to-mil channels will not stop ChiCom subs from stalking American aircraft carriers or ChiCom planes from harassing American aircraft in international air space.

From Washington Times

He stood by his description of Biden and Vice President Harris as “Chicom puppets.”

From Washington Post