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kai

British  
/ kaɪ /

noun

  1. food

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of kai

Māori, from Melanesian pidgin kaikai

Example Sentences

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Young golf influencers include President Trump’s granddaughter Kai Trump, who has more than six million followers across TikTok and Instagram.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Kai Havertz made a lunging tackle from behind on Lesley Ugochukwu, with the Arsenal player only shown a yellow card.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Sulaman: "That's a clear red card for Kai Havertz, studs right behind the heel and very dangerous play."

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Palos Verdes 7, Pacifica Christian 1: Franco Correa had four RBIs and Kai Van Scoyoc struck out eight in six innings.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

I think of Dad going out fishing with Uncle Kai, always coming back with the most beautiful, big ulua.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

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