Mothwa, noun

Origin:
Formed on Moth + initial letters of Women’s Auxiliary.
(A member of) the Women’s Auxiliary of the Moth ex-serviceman’s organization, founded in 1935. Also attributive. See also Lady Billie (lady sense 2), Moth.
1971 Rand Daily Mail 16 Mar.6,400 Moths, Mothwas and Moth children set out on a big march in an attempt to complete 20 km to raise funds for Moth charities.
1979 E. Prov. Herald 20 June 12Sore feet were the main topic of conversation among Mothwa delegates.
(A member of) the Women’s Auxiliary of the Moth ex-serviceman’s organization, founded in 1935. Also attributive.
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