Trek (Noun)
Meaning 1
A journey by ox wagon (especially an organized migration by a group of settlers).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The Great Trek of 1835 was a pivotal event in South African history when thousands of Boers left the British Cape Colony to establish their own republics.
- During the trek, families would often travel for months with their livestock and belongings, facing numerous challenges and hardships along the way.
- The trek leader played a crucial role in guiding the group through the rugged terrain and ensuring their safety from wild animals and hostile tribes.
- As the Great Trek progressed, the Boers encountered various indigenous peoples, some of whom became allies while others proved to be formidable enemies.
- Many of the trekkers were driven by a desire for land and independence, seeking to escape the British rule and establish their own way of life in the interior.