Definition of South African English in English:
South African English
noun ˌsaʊθ ˌafrɪk(ə)n ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ
1Any of several varieties of English spoken in South Africa, especially as a first language.
2South Africans of English descent, considered collectively. Also in later use: English-speaking South Africans. Now rare.
adjective ˌsaʊθ ˌafrɪk(ə)n ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ
Of or relating to South African English-speakers or the variety of English spoken by them. Also: that is written or spoken in South African English; (of a person) that speaks or writes South African English.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Bristol Mercury. From South African + English.
Definition of South African English in US English:
South African English
nounˌsaʊθ ˌafrɪk(ə)n ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ
1Any of several varieties of English spoken in South Africa, especially as a first language.
2South Africans of English descent, considered collectively. Also in later use: English-speaking South Africans. Now rare.
adjectiveˌsaʊθ ˌafrɪk(ə)n ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ
Of or relating to South African English-speakers or the variety of English spoken by them. Also: that is written or spoken in South African English; (of a person) that speaks or writes South African English.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Bristol Mercury. From South African + English.