karo

American  

[kahr-oh] / ˈkɑr oʊ /

noun

plural

karos

1. a shrub or small tree, Pittosporum crassifolium, of New Zealand, having shiny leaves with a white, felty underside, red flowers, and densely hairy fruit.

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karo British  

/ ˈkɑːrɒ /

noun

1. a small New Zealand tree or shrub, Pittosporum crassifolium with sweet-smelling brown flowers

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Etymology

Origin of karo

Borrowed into English from Maori around 1780–90

Example Sentences

The mine’s manger, Karo Lelai, confirmed that an offer had been made, but didn’t respond to questions from The Associated Press about what equipment had been proposed and what the obstacles were to its deployment.

From Seattle Times

The mine’s manager Karo Lelai confirmed the offer had been made, but could not say what equipment would be provided or when it would arrive.

From Seattle Times

Or “TV bund karo” means “turn off the TV.”

From Literature

Karo Torossian, Krekorian’s chief of staff, said the issue of the police permits emerged during talks with the hotel union and hotel industry.

From Los Angeles Times

We owe it all to Karo Corn Syrup.

From Slate