"dots, not feathers" meaning in All languages combined

See dots, not feathers on Wiktionary

Phrase [English]

Etymology: From the stereotypes that people from India wear the Hindu bindi (dot) on their forehead, while Native Americans wear feathered headpieces. Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} dots, not feathers
  1. (slang) Expresses that a person described as "Indian" is from the country of India, as opposed to being of Native American (American Indian) background. Tags: slang
    Sense id: en-dots,_not_feathers-en-phrase-id5fLmsO Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry
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