noun
(also outstryder)
historical A veteran who fought on the side of the Boer Republics, especially in the Boer War (1899–1902). Hence, in extended use: a veteran of any war.
Origin
1940s. From Afrikaans oudstryder from Dutch oudstrijder veteran from oud + strijder warrior (from strijden to fight + -er).
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