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Endnotes explained
This chapter contains endnotes providing brief explanations of terms used in the main text, including a description of a card used by rural Black communities as a comb and a definition of 'jewel.'
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This chapter contains endnotes providing brief explanations of terms used in the main text, including a description of a card used by rural Black communities as a comb and a definition of 'jewel.'
Key passages
“A small card, resembling a currycomb in construction, and used by negroes in the rural districts instead of a comb.”
A small tool, similar to a currycomb, that Black people in rural areas used as a substitute for a comb.
Explains a specific grooming tool used by rural Black communities.
“Sweetheart.”
A term of endearment for a loved one.
Defines the colloquial use of 'jewel' as a term for a sweetheart.