dots, not feathers

== English == === Etymology === From the stereotypes that people from India wear the Hindu bindi (dot) on their forehead, while Native Americans wear feathered headpieces. === Phrase === dots, not feathers (insult) Expresses that a person described as "Indian" is from the country of India, as opposed to being of Native American (American Indian) background. ==== Usage notes ==== This phrase is based on racial stereotypes and may be considered racist.