momo
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
A person from Northeast India.
Register: offensive, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Since I come from the North-eastern part of India myself and belong to a minority race, I too have suffered from racism, at least in its milder forms. I’ve been called "chinky", "momo", "chowmein", and more.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “momo” mean?
A person from Northeast India.
Is “momo” formal or informal?
momo is generally offensive, slang.