tutsis

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Noun tutsi has 1 sense

Tutsi, Watutsi, Watusi - a member of a Bantu speaking people living in Rwanda and Burundi
--₁ is a kind of Bantu
--₁ is a member of
Rwanda, Rwandese Republic, Ruanda; Burundi, Republic of Burundi

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Tutsis

Definition:

Tutsis refer to a group of people predominantly residing in Rwanda, Burundi, and Eastern Congo. They are one of the major ethnic groups in these regions.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: The Tutsis are an ethnic group in Rwanda and neighboring countries.

Example sentence: The Tutsis have a rich cultural heritage and are well-known for their cattle-herding skills.

Usage:

Usage 1:

Adjective: The term "Tutsi" can be used to describe anything related to or pertaining to Tutsis.

Example sentence: She wore a traditional Tutsi dress for the cultural festival.

Usage 2:

Plural noun: In this usage, "Tutsis" refers to multiple individuals belonging to the Tutsi ethnic group.

Example sentence: Many Tutsis were displaced during the conflict.