Hangi
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhaŋi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hangi is a noun meaning (New Zealand) A traditional Māori pit oven, in which (suitably wrapped) raw food is lain on a base of heated stones.
Meaning
(New Zealand) A traditional Māori pit oven, in which (suitably wrapped) raw food is lain on a base of heated stones.
More Meanings
- (New Zealand, uncountable) Food cooked in this way.
Example Sentences
The ovens were used to cook food in identical fashion to the Maori hangi and the Papuan stone ovens.
He glanced at the formal setting in front of him, wishing he could be at a marae eating hangi right now.
Word Forms
- hangis
Related Words
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