heiau

/ˈheɪaʊ/ · noun

Meaning

A temple in traditional Hawaiian society.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

ahaaina(English)ohana(English)hieron(English)hanai(English)halau(English)waheeny(English)aloha(English)aloha party(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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