Kruger

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A historical figure: Paul Kruger, a Boer statesman who served as President of the South African Republic (Transvaal) from 1883 to 1900. He was a central figure in Boer resistance against British rule in South Africa.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • President Kruger led the Boers during the Second Boer War.
    • The Kruger National Park in South Africa is named after him.
Advanced Usage
  • "Krugerrand": A South African gold coin first minted in 1967, named after Paul Kruger. It is a major bullion coin.
    • He invested in several Krugerrands.
Variants and Related Words
  • Krugerrand (noun): The gold coin bearing Paul Kruger's likeness.
  • Oom Paul (noun): An affectionate Afrikaans nickname for Paul Kruger, meaning "Uncle Paul."
Synonyms
  • Statesman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader.
  • Boer leader: A leader of the Dutch-speaking settlers in South Africa.
Related Phrases
  • Kruger National Park: A large national park in South Africa, one of the largest game reserves in Africa, established in 1898 and named after Paul Kruger.
Noun
  1. Boer statesman (1825-1904)

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