Damara
Britishnoun
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Also called: Bergdama. a member of a Negroid people of South West Africa
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the language of this people, a dialect of Nama
Example Sentences
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According to court records, Damara Holness applied for the loan for her company, Holness Consulting.
From Fox News • Feb. 1, 2022
Damara Holness’ lawyer, Sue-Ann Robinson, said it “was more an act of desperation than greed.”
From Seattle Times • Feb. 1, 2022
Vinson & Elkins of the District appointed Damara Chambers partner and co-leader of the firm’s international trade practice.
From Washington Post • Jul. 14, 2019
In addition to his sister, he is survived by his mother; his partner, Debra Busacco; a brother, George Jr.; a son, Dwayne Jr.; two daughters, Damara Washington and Tatiana Washington; and four grandchildren.
From New York Times • Apr. 20, 2016
I have a glorious ‘Velcombers’ for you, a blanket of nine Damara sheepskins, sewn by the Damaras, and dressed so that moths and fleas won’t stay near them.
From Letters from the Cape by Duff Gordon, Lucie, Lady
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