Bushman: meaning, definitions and examples
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bushman
[ หbสส.mษn ]
indigenous people
Bushmen, also known as San people, are indigenous hunter-gatherers of Southern Africa. They are one of the oldest populations in the region, possessing unique cultural practices and languages. Their lifestyle emphasizes a deep connection with nature and intricate knowledge of the land, plants, and animals. Despite facing various challenges, including colonialism and modernity, they continue to maintain their cultural identity and traditions.
Synonyms
Khoisan, San, indigenous peoples
Examples of usage
- The Bushmen have lived in harmony with nature for thousands of years.
- Bushmen are known for their exceptional tracking skills.
- Many Bushmen communities still practice traditional hunting techniques.
Translations
Translations of the word "bushman" in other languages:
๐ต๐น bushman
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคถเคฎเฅเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Buschmann
๐ฎ๐ฉ bushman
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑััะผะตะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ buszmen
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใทใฅใใณ
๐ซ๐ท bushman
๐ช๐ธ bushman
๐น๐ท bushman
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ถ์๋งจ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจูุดู ุงู
๐จ๐ฟ busman
๐ธ๐ฐ busman
๐จ๐ณ ๅธไปๆผ
๐ธ๐ฎ bushman
๐ฎ๐ธ bushman
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑััะผะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแจแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bushman
๐ฒ๐ฝ bushman
Etymology
The term 'Bushman' is derived from the Dutch word 'Boschjesman', which means 'little bush man'. This term was historically used by European colonists in the 18th century to refer to the indigenous San people of Southern Africa, who are renowned for their small stature and bushy hair. The San people have a rich cultural heritage that includes unique languages, rock paintings, and knowledge of survival in arid environments. Although initially used in a neutral sense, 'Bushman' has sometimes been perceived as derogatory. The San people themselves prefer to be identified by their respective ethnic groups, such as the Ju/'hoansi or !Kung. The complex history surrounding the word reflects the broader issues of colonialism, cultural identity, and the ongoing struggle for recognition and rights among indigenous peoples in Africa.