noun

hori

Hori (noun) means informal New Zealand term for a Māori person. Example: “He describes himself proudly as a hori from way back.”

noun

Informal New Zealand term for a Māori person.

"He describes himself proudly as a hori from way back."

How to use hori

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn informal New Zealand word for a Māori person.

When to use it

Can be used affectionately by Māori speakers of themselves, but is considered offensive when used by outsiders.

horis plural

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He describes himself proudly as a _____ from way back.

From the Māori name Hōri, itself borrowed from the English name "George".

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What does “hori” mean?

The word “hori” means informal New Zealand term for a Māori person. In plain terms, an informal New Zealand word for a Māori person.

How do you use “hori” in a sentence?

Here is “hori” used in a sentence: “He describes himself proudly as a hori from way back.”

What part of speech is “hori”?

“Hori” is a noun.

What is the meaning of hori?

"hori" (noun) means informal New Zealand term for a Māori person.