Definition of Boer
: a South African of Dutch or Huguenot descent
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Origin and Etymology of boer
Dutch, literally, farmer — more at boor
First Known Use: 1823
BOER Defined for English Language Learners
Boer
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\ˈbȯr, ˈbu̇r\
Definition of Boer for English Language Learners
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: a South African person of Dutch descent
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