When used as a noun, it refers to an individual possessing three balls. Etymologically, it is a portmanteau of the Proto-Indo-European descendent "trih2" meaning "three" and a vowel reduction applied on the word "ball", itself a descendent from PIE "bholn", meaning "bubble". As an adjective, it serves to indicate the quality of possessing three balls,
"Oh I do say old chap... Did you see our old George bolted into that burning orphanage to save the distraught children against the remonstrations of his friends and well-wishers. He is rather a tribal, what?"
The human condition whereby the primal need for identity and trusted association, prove to be more important than objective, critical thinking; and the quest for goodness, righteousness, and truth. Often magnified by a parallel lust for control, capital, and power.
Itβs tough to explain why politicians will put party before country; my only explanation is that it is an example of tribal ignorance.
The preferred method of transport for Ethnic New Zealanders, usually of Pacific Islander origin. Consists of a vehicle capable of moving the whole family or whanau to and from Church , The Social Welfare Office, Court House or KFC, usually a 7 seater plus vehicle such as a Toyota Emina, Mitsubishi Chariot, Mazda Bongo or Nissan Homy.
1. hey bro, check out the tribal transport is that thingslammed or just full of islanders?
2. oi... junior, get in da tribal transport or i gonna smash you.