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Kohala

American  
[koh-hah-lah] / koʊˈhɑ lɑ /

noun

  1. an extinct volcano on the Island of Hawaii: the oldest of the five shield volcanoes that form the island. 5,408 feet (1,670 meters).


Etymology

Origin of Kohala

First recorded in 1845–50

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Like the plucky young heroine she voices in Disney’s “Moana” films — the sequel, “Moana 2,” hits theaters on Wednesday — Cravalho grew up in a tropical climate, in Kohala, Hawaii.

From New York Times Nov. 30, 2024

She was a competitive Hawaiian dancer and hula instructor and he’s a member of the famous Lim Family singers of Kohala.

From Seattle Times Dec. 13, 2022

Hawaii, or the Big Island, is the largest in the archipelago and offers diverse ecologies, lots of history, and some excellent resort options along its Kohala Coast.

From Washington Times Feb. 29, 2016

The Waialea Bay property includes 830 feet of frontage on the Kohala Coast near a world-class surf spot and white sandy beaches.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 5, 2015

King Bhagiratha by giving hundreds and thousands of kine with their young ones to Kohala attained to the most blessed regions.

From The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 4 Books 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 by Kisari Mohan Ganguli

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