kawa

/ ˈkɑːwə /

noun

1. protocol or etiquette, particularly in a Māori tribal meeting place

Word History and Origins

Origin of kawa¹

Māori

Example Sentences

Kawa Takoor was 21 when he was killed two years ago.

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Speaking from the family home, where photos of Kawa adorn the living room walls, Rondek says her brother's death changed the family's life.

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Steve Kawa, Newsom’s chief of staff as mayor, scoffed at the idea that Newsom has changed.

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“Maybe he’s moderate on this issue,” Kawa said.

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After being broken in the first game of the second set, Swiatek and Kawa won five consecutive games for a 5-1 lead.

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