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Definition of Bastard Hottentot in English:

Bastard Hottentot

noun

historical South African

  • A member of a people of mixed Khoikhoi, white, and black African origin; compare senses A. 12a, B. 9.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in Georg Forster (1754–1794), traveller and naturalist.