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Definition of “Van der Merwe”

Van der Merwe (væn də ˈmɜːvə Pronunciation for Van der Merwe

Definitions

noun

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

Word Origin

C20: from a common Afrikaner surname

Example Sentences Including 'Van der Merwe'

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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