korowai

British

/ kɒrɒwɑːiː /

noun

a decorative woven cloak worn by a Māori chief

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Etymology

Origin of korowai

Māori

Example Sentences

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“There will always be policy differences,” Ardern said during her valedictory address, wearing a traditional Māori cloak called a korowai.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 5, 2023

"Their stories and faces remain etched in my mind and likely will forever," Ardern said on Wednesday in parliament wearing a gifted korowai, a traditional Maori cloak, seen as a mark of honour and prestige.

From Reuters • Apr. 5, 2023

Wearing a black dress with her shoulders covered in a traditional Maori cloak, called korowai, she led members of her party onto the community grounds as a brass band played.

From Reuters • Jan. 24, 2023

He was also draped in a korowai cloak made with kiwi feathers.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2010

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