English Dictionary

Definition of “Van der Merwe”

Van der Merwe (væn də ˈmɜːvə )

(South Africa) a stereotypical figure humorously representing Boer stupidity and prejudice

C20: from a common Afrikaner surname

Match ref Peter Van der Merwe said: `I won't take any action but it's not the done thing.

Sun, News of the World (1999)

This year we tried to collect a present for each of the lights decorating the house," Van der Merwe said.

SA Star (2004)

Van der Merwe called for a "comprehensive grand reconciliation amnesty by the president".

Mail and Guardian (2005)

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