HAKA
/ˈhɐːkɘ/
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Scrabble
10
WWF
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Definition
/ˈhɐːkɘ/
noun
- A group dance of New Zealand's Maori people featuring rhythmic chanting, vigorous facial and arm movements, and foot stamping. Traditionally a war dance, today it is also performed to welcome guests, as a mark of respect at occasions such as commemorations and funerals, as a challenge to opposing teams at sports events, and for artistic purposes.
verb
- To perform the haka.
Source: Wiktionary
