Coolie
(noun)
- A manual laborer, especially in South Asia and Southeast Asia, who is paid a low wage.
- A porter or carrier, especially in India and China, who carries heavy loads for a low wage.
- A person who does hard manual labor for low pay.
Origin:
The word "coolie" is derived from the hindi word "kuli" meaning a laborer or porter.
Examples:
- The coolie carried the heavy bags up the mountain.
- The coolie was paid a very low wage for his work.
- The coolie worked long hours and was not treated well.
- The coolie was not provided with any benefits or compensation.
- The coolie had to work in difficult conditions with no protection.