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Metís is a French word that means “mixed,” but is often utilized in a derogatory manner to indicate people of mixed race or heritage. Metty takes on the name “Metty” (previously Ali) after the people in town begin calling him “metís” for this very reason.
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Chapter 2
...many of the customs of the locals. They call him Metty after the French word metís, on account of his mixed racial heritage. His engagement with the community makes him increasingly...
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