Mzee
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /(ə)mˈzeɪ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mzee is a noun meaning (East Africa) An elder (old person).
Meaning
(East Africa) An elder (old person).
Example Sentences
It is difficult to be both and the older mzees resent the irregularity of the position.
...every President since Teddy Roosevelt saw Africa in the faces of her mzees, in their English suits or tribal robes.
...we arranged an impromptu interview with this reluctant and less than candid local mzee, who lived near the Tsavo boundary.
Word Forms
- mzees
Synonyms for mzee
Depending on context, synonyms include senior.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include muzungu, mlungu, mauma, mwami, maum, muntu.
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