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单词 makutu
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Definition of makutu in English:

makutu

noun məˈkuːtuː
mass nounNZ
  • 1Sorcery; witchcraft.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • The Urewera, famed all over New Zealand for their skill in makutu practices, often used spittle as a bait.
    • But even modern Maoris don't like to meddle with makutu.
    • If a woman is sitting in the front, her fertility would be affected by makutu, says Walker.
    • Makutu was resorted to often for the purpose of avenging some insult, or to punish a thief or other evildoer.
    1. 1.1count noun A magic spell.
      Example sentencesExamples
      • This is necessary, that the makutu may take effect, and the person who stole the flax be discovered.
      Synonyms
      spell, incantation, conjuration, rune, magic formula, magic word, abracadabra, jinx

Origin

Maori.

 
 
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