👉 The term "gavelkinder" is a play on words that refers to a person who is trying to persuade or manipulate someone else into doing something they do not want. It originated in South Africa and is often used as an insult, particularly against women, since it implies that they are being controlled by men. In the context of politics, "gavelkinder" can be applied to someone who is attempting to sway public opinion or influence a decision-making process through their words and actions.