hensopper en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /hɛnsˈɒpə(ɹ)/
- /hensˈɒpər/ (General-South-African)
Etymology
From Afrikaans hensop or hendsop, a phonetic rendering of English hands up, + -er.
Meanings
- (derogatory, historical) A Boer who surrendered and joined the British during the Boer Wars.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| hensoppers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |