Kruger

[kroo-ger, kry-khuhr]

noun

1. Stephanus Johannes Paulus Oom Paul, 1825–1904, South African statesman: president of the Transvaal 1883–1900.

Kruger

/ ˈkruːɡə /

noun

1. Stephanus Johannes Paulus (ˈstɛfənʊs jəʊˈhænɪs ˈpɔːlʊs), known as Oom Paul. 1825–1904, Boer statesman; president of the Transvaal (1883–1900). His opposition to Cecil Rhodes and his denial of civil rights to the Uitlanders led to the Boer War (1899–1902)

Other Word Forms

• Krugerite noun

Example Sentences

The uncertainty around the U.S.-China trade situation has brought new uncertainty into the global outlook, Kruger said.

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South Africa's world-famous Kruger National Park could become known by a new name if some local politicians have their way.

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The Conservative Party has been contacted for comment on Mr Kruger's claims.

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Kruger, who defected from the Conservatives last week, said that was not the case but told the BBC that "prioritising UK citizens" and culture was necessary.

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Dickinson had to withdraw from proceedings on day 11, however, and was reported at the time to have been taken from Kruger National Park to hospital for treatment.

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