Meaning of the word Māori in English

What does Māori mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

Māori

US /ˈmɑːri/
UK /ˈmɑːri/
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Noun

1.

a member of the aboriginal people of New Zealand

Example:
The Māori are the indigenous people of New Zealand.
Many Māori traditions are still practiced today.
2.

the Polynesian language of the Māori people

Example:
She is learning to speak Māori.
Many place names in New Zealand are derived from Māori.

Adjective

1.

relating to the Māori people or their language

Example:
The museum has a rich collection of Māori artifacts.
They performed a traditional Māori haka.
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