clansman
Americannoun
plural
clansmennoun
Etymology
Origin of clansman
Example Sentences
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For the one or two days when the assistance was organized by the police and clansmen, everyone got their share, Badwan said.
From Los Angeles Times
“It is almost time to go to bed, my clansmen. But before we can, there is something we must do. Sixth Cousin, rise and come to my side.”
From Literature
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War in Darfur broke out in 2003, when marginalised black African clansmen in the region formed a rebel movement against the government.
From BBC
Still, it’s in the projects where he met some of his future Wu-Tang clansmen.
From Washington Times
Solos and clansmen alike were ready to throw in the towel.
From Literature
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