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Mandela Definition & Meaning

mandela
noun
  1. South African statesman who was released from prison to become the nation's first democratically elected president in 1994 (born in 1918)

"Mandela" in song lyrics

See how mandela is used in real songs:

  • "You in the jam, fella, doin time like Mandela"
    The Beatnuts f/ A.L., Nogoodus, Rawcotiks — Treat$
  • "The Brothas are FREEEE, free like Mandela"
    The B.U.M.S. (Brothas Unda Madness) — Wreck Your Ears (Can Do)
  • "I'm talking Filiberto Rios, and Nelson Mandela"
    Capital-X — Redemption

Usage tips for "mandela"

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Frequently asked questions

What does mandela mean?
South African statesman who was released from prison to become the nation's first democratically elected president in 1994 (born in 1918)
What part of speech is mandela?
Mandela is a noun.

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