haku
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of haku
First recorded in 1835–40; from Hawaiian; literally, “to arrange, put in order, compose, braid”
Example Sentences
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And just to know that it'll exist in a show like "Spirit Rangers," hearing it in the underscore, hearing our kids say 'Haku.'
From Salon
Leis for the group and a haku lei, or floral crown, for the bride awaited them there.
From New York Times
The shining leaves also suggest the classical Greek wreath with which a triumphant victor would be crowned, as well as a Haku lei common to the Hawai’ian rituals she observed during an earlier, two-year sojourn to those Pacific islands.
From Los Angeles Times
The couple traveled to India, and Jan fell in love with the country, the culture and the music, forming lasting friendships with prominent Indian artists including painters Shanti Dave and Haku Shah and the singer Hemant Kumar.
From Los Angeles Times
Other groups are creating music playlists online and digital racing bibs that runners can print and wear during their virtual races, according to Haku, an event management platform that partners with J&A and other race organizers.
From New York Times
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