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Moshesh

British  
/ mɒˈʃɛʃ, mɒˈʃuʃu /

noun

  1. died 1870, African chief, who founded the Basotho nation, now Lesotho

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Moshesh was propped up in his bed, his leading men grouped themselves round, and we talked.

From The Romance of a Pro-Consul Being The Personal Life And Memoirs Of The Right Hon. Sir George Grey, K.C.B. by Milne, James

But this did not suit Moshesh at all; he must needs handle it himself.

From Through Veld and Forest An African Story by Webb, Archibald

“And what is thy business in the far north?” demanded Moshesh.

From Through Veld and Forest An African Story by Webb, Archibald

Moshesh died soon afterwards, full of years and honour, and leaving a name which has become famous in South Africa.

From Impressions of South Africa by Bryce, James Bryce, Viscount

Lerothodi, the Paramount Chief, is the son of Letsie and grandson of Moshesh, and now ranks with Khama as the most important native potentate south of the Zambesi.

From Impressions of South Africa by Bryce, James Bryce, Viscount