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chitlin circuit

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chit·​lin circuit | \ ˈchitlə̇n- \

Definition of chitlin circuit

: a group of theaters and nightclubs that cater to African-American audiences and feature African-American entertainers

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History and Etymology for chitlin circuit

so called from the assumption that chitterlings are eaten chiefly by African-Americans

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“Chitlin circuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chitlin%20circuit. Accessed 18 Jun. 2021.

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