lubra
an Aboriginal girl or woman.
Origin of lubra
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How to use lubra in a sentence
On arriving at the hut Scott and his lubras prepared for their guests a beautiful meal of kangaroo and potatoes.
The Book of the Bush | George DunderdaleSam did exactly as he was told, and the lubras did exactly as they thought fit, and the results were equally disconcerting.
We of the Never-Never | Jeanie "Mrs. Aeneas" GunnThe lubras also promised to be more painstaking, reserving only the right to rest if they should "knock up longa work."
We of the Never-Never | Jeanie "Mrs. Aeneas" GunnThe missus had become "Gadgerrie" to the old men and certain privileged lubras.
We of the Never-Never | Jeanie "Mrs. Aeneas" GunnTwo lubras were to sit down permanently, while as many as wished might help with the washing and watering.
We of the Never-Never | Jeanie "Mrs. Aeneas" Gunn
British Dictionary definitions for lubra
/ (ˈluːbrə) /
Australian an Aboriginal woman
Origin of lubra
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