Afrikanerism

[af-ri-kah-nuh-riz-uhm, -kan-uh-]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a word, term, or usage peculiar to or originating among Afrikaners.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of Afrikanerism¹

First recorded in 1930–35; Afrikaner + -ism

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Example Sentences

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Since 1948 the Broederbond has completely controlled the educational policy of South Africa; Afrikaner schools perpetuate the philosophy of Christian nationalism and exclusive Afrikanerism.