Meaning of the word kraal in English
What does kraal mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
kraal
US /krɑːl/
UK /krɑːl/
Noun
a traditional African village or settlement, typically consisting of a cluster of huts surrounded by a fence or enclosure, often for livestock
Example:
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The cattle were driven into the kraal for the night.
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We visited a traditional Zulu kraal during our trip.
Verb
to confine (livestock) in a kraal
Example:
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The shepherds would kraal their sheep at night to protect them from predators.
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After the roundup, the cattle were kraaled for branding.