Mulatto (noun)

1. A person of mixed European and African descent.
2. A person of mixed White and Black ancestry.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from spanish and portuguese mulato, from mulo "mule", used to denote a person of mixed race.

Examples:

1. The term mulatto is considered outdated and offensive.
2. Many people of mixed race prefer to identify as biracial rather than mulatto.
3. The term mulatto was used to describe people of mixed race during the time of slavery.
4. In the past, people of mixed race were often referred to as mulattoes.
5. The term mulatto is considered to be derogatory and should be avoided.