Glossary
The Niuhi Shark Saga
-dem | Refers to a group of people or things identified by one part of the group.
‘a‘ole pilikia | No trouble; it’s no problem.
‘ae | Yes.
‘ahi | Tuna.
‘aina | Land.
‘alas | Masculine family jewels.
‘au‘au | To bathe or swim.
‘aumakua | Guardian spirit of an ancestor that can take many forms, such as animal, bird, fish, rock, or wind.
ʻeʻepa | Hawaiian word for supernatural and legendary beings.
‘ehu | Reddish tinge in hair that is usually brown or black.
‘Ilima | The name of a delicate orange flower and also the name of Uncle Kahana’s poi dog.
‘Iolani | The name of Zader’s kite. Literally, heavenly (or royal) hawk.
‘ohana | Family, those you call family.
‘ohana nui | Extended family; clan.
‘okole | Rear end; buttocks.
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