ASKARI


Meaning of ASKARI in English

ˈaskərē; əˈskärē, aˈs- noun

( plural askaris )

Etymology: Arabic 'askarī

1. : a native soldier especially of eastern Africa in the service of a European power

2. : a native policeman, guard, or watchman especially of eastern Africa

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