Brits, Yanks, Ozzies, Pohms, Frogs, Paki's, Gyppo's, all used commonly in ordinary conversation......it is the context that determines whether it is offensive. Usually if it is said "about" someone....and not in an offensive tone "to" someone....no harm done. No harm....no foul.
You Huggy Fluffs look for insult and victim status for others way too much.