pantsula

English

Etymology

(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) From pants (“trousers”).

Noun

pantsula (plural pantsulas)

1. (South Africa) A member of a South African urban subculture of the 20th century, characterised by expensive clothing and aggressive behaviour.
2. (South Africa) A syncopated, quick-stepping, low-to-the-ground form of dance associated with this subculture.

See also

• mshoza

Anagrams

• Laputans