Transkeian

/ (trænsˈkaɪən) /

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adjective

of or relating to the former Bantu homeland of Transkei (now part of South Africa) or its inhabitants

noun

a native or inhabitant of Transkei

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How to use Transkeian in a sentence

The main road from King Williamstown to the Transkeian territories ran through the village.
'Tween Snow and Fire|Bertram Mitford
The Transkeian territories remained in nominal independence until 1875, when the Tembu sought British protection.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 15, Slice 6|Various
The Transkeian tribes needed watching, and some careful handling, and the Police might have work cut out for them.
Harley Greenoak's Charge|Bertram Mitford
Its ordinary duty is to preserve order in the Transkeian territories.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2|Various