Kaffir
noun
An offensive term used by colonialist people in South Africa to refer to a black African person.
Regrettably, the term 'kaffir' was frequently used to refer to black people during the apartheid era.
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Disapproving
noun
Kind of a citrus fruit originated in tropical south and southeastern Asia.
Kaffir lime leaves are commonly used in Thai cuisine.
Often appears as...
- kaffir lime leaves
- kaffir lime juice
noun
A variety of corn (maize) grown primarily in Africa.
Kaffir corn is a hardy crop that can grow in less-than-ideal soil conditions.
Often appears as...
- kaffir corn farming
- kaffir corn yield
noun
An offensive term used by colonialist people in South Africa to refer to a black African person.
Regrettably, the term 'kaffir' was frequently used to refer to black people during the apartheid era.
Usage tips
Vulgar, Disapproving
Disapproving
noun
Kind of a citrus fruit originated in tropical south and southeastern Asia.
Kaffir lime leaves are commonly used in Thai cuisine.
Often appears as...
- kaffir lime leaves
- kaffir lime juice
noun
A variety of corn (maize) grown primarily in Africa.
Kaffir corn is a hardy crop that can grow in less-than-ideal soil conditions.
Often appears as...
- kaffir corn farming
- kaffir corn yield
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Highly Offensive
Avoid using 'kaffir' as it is extremely disrespectful and can cause serious offense.
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Pro Tip 2/3Historical Context
Understand it's a historical term tied to apartheid, a time of racial segregation in South Africa.
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Pro Tip 3/3Context Awareness
Be aware of the setting when discussing historical texts where 'kaffir' may appear.
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Pro Tip 1/3Highly Offensive
Avoid using 'kaffir' as it is extremely disrespectful and can cause serious offense.
N/A
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Context
Understand it's a historical term tied to apartheid, a time of racial segregation in South Africa.
N/A
Pro Tip 3/3Context Awareness
Be aware of the setting when discussing historical texts where 'kaffir' may appear.
N/A
Pro Tip 1/3Highly Offensive
Avoid using 'kaffir' as it is extremely disrespectful and can cause serious offense.
N/A
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Context
Understand it's a historical term tied to apartheid, a time of racial segregation in South Africa.
N/A
Pro Tip 3/3Context Awareness
Be aware of the setting when discussing historical texts where 'kaffir' may appear.
N/A
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Caged Orangutan Rescued...
the team have arrived at the location where the orangutan is being kept and despite the palatial surroundings Maya the situation is worse than some kaffir
Video examples
Caged Orangutan Rescued...
the team have arrived at the location where the orangutan is being kept and despite the palatial surroundings Maya the situation is worse than some kaffir
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