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kierie

Pronunciation: /ˈkɪri/
Definition of kierie

noun (plural kieries)

South African
  • a short, thick stick with a knobbed head, traditionally used as a club or missile by the indigenous peoples of South Africa.

Origin:

from Khoikhoi kirri 'walking stick'

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