makutu
/ (ˈmɑːkʊːtuː) /
nounNZ
witchcraft or magic
verb(tr)
to cast a spell on (a person)
Origin of makutu
1Māori
Words Nearby makutu
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How to use makutu in a sentence
He saw singular ceremonies, the rites of the makutu, the black art.
The adventures of Kimble Bent | James CowanMany a case of death from makutu came under Bent's observation during his life among the Maoris.
The adventures of Kimble Bent | James CowanThe curse falls, the wizard is himself makutu'd, and the invalid—perhaps—recovers.
The adventures of Kimble Bent | James CowanSome of these were makutu spells by which the wizard could slay an enemy, by witchcraft and the power of the evil eye.
The adventures of Kimble Bent | James Cowan
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