Hula
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhuːlə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hula is a noun meaning A form of chant and dance, which was developed in the Hawaiian Islands by the Polynesians who originally settled there.
Meaning
A form of chant and dance, which was developed in the Hawaiian Islands by the Polynesians who originally settled there.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To dance the hula.
Example Sentences
Under the rule of Kalākaua, they had revived the hula, which had been condemned by the missionaries.
Word Forms
- hulas
- hula-hula
- hula hula
- hulaing
- hulaed
Synonyms for hula
Depending on context, synonyms include hula-hula.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hula-hula, hoop, hoops, hola, huly-huly, hukilau.
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