Maori
Maori (noun) means a member of the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. Example: “Maori settled New Zealand centuries before European contact.”
How to use Maori
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe indigenous people, language, and culture of New Zealand.
Always capitalize Maori/Māori when referring to the people or language.
Word forms
Maori plural, Maoris plural, Maories plural
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_____ settled New Zealand centuries before European contact.
Etymology
From the Maori word māori itself, meaning "normal" or "native" — used to distinguish the indigenous people from later European settlers.
Rhymes for Maori
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What does “Maori” mean?
The word “Maori” means a member of the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand. In plain terms, the indigenous people, language, and culture of New Zealand.
How do you pronounce “Maori”?
“Maori” is pronounced MOW-ree (/ˈmaʊɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Maori” in a sentence?
Here is “Maori” used in a sentence: “Maori settled New Zealand centuries before European contact.”
What part of speech is “Maori”?
Depending on how it is used, “Maori” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “Maori” a common word?
“Maori” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Maori” have?
“Maori” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand.
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