Hawaiian
Americanadjective
noun
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a native or inhabitant of Hawaii or the Hawaiian Islands.
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the aboriginal language of Hawaii, a Polynesian language.
adjective
noun
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a native or inhabitant of Hawaii, esp one descended from Melanesian or Tahitian immigrants
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a language of Hawaii belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family
Etymology
Origin of Hawaiian
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With several films yet to be released, and riding his success from the global hit "A Minecraft Movie," Hawaiian actor Jason Momoa says he is living a unique moment.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Moore believes that this Hawaiian law, and others like it in the works in other states, have a good chance of surviving at the Supreme Court.
From Salon • May 28, 2026
Holloway, 34, is a difficult return opponent for McGregor as the Hawaiian has consistently competed at the highest level at lightweight in recent years.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
An Alaska spokesperson told me Hawaiian will be switching soon to Alaska’s protocol of at least two cart services.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
His bright Hawaiian shirt mocks the somberness of the day.
From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman
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