matabeles (Meaning)
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matabeles (n. pl.)
A warlike South African Kaffir tribe.
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matabeles Sentence Examples
- The Matabeles, a fierce warrior tribe, ruled over vast swathes of Southern Africa during the 19th century.
- King Mzilikazi, the founder of the Matabeles, led his people on a brutal campaign of conquest and expansion.
- The Matabeles' military prowess was renowned for their fierce discipline and formidable battle tactics.
- The Ndebele people, descendants of the Matabeles, continue to maintain their rich cultural traditions in present-day Zimbabwe.
- The Matabeles faced constant conflicts with European settlers, who sought to establish control over their lands.
- The Battle of Shangani, a decisive clash in 1893, marked a turning point in the history of the Matabeles.
- The Matabeles played a crucial role in the First and Second Matabele Wars, which shaped the boundaries of Southern Africa.
- Mzilikazi's Great Dyke, an impressive stone fortification built by the Matabeles, serves as a testament to their architectural skills.
- The Matabeles' society was highly organized, with a complex system of government and social階層.
- The Matabeles' legacy continues to influence the identity and history of Southern Africa.
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A warlike South African Kaffir tribe.
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No antonyms found.
The Matabeles, a fierce warrior tribe, ruled over vast swathes of Southern Africa during the 19th century.
King Mzilikazi, the founder of the Matabeles, led his people on a brutal campaign of conquest and expansion.
The Matabeles' military prowess was renowned for their fierce discipline and formidable battle tactics.
The Ndebele people, descendants of the Matabeles, continue to maintain their rich cultural traditions in present-day Zimbabwe.
