单词 | luau |
释义 | luau (once / 101020 pages) n A luau is a Hawaiian party, often with music and dancing. If you wear a grass skirt and lei, you will most likely fit in at a luau. The very first luau was thrown by King Kamehameha II in 1819, as a way to celebrate the end of the Hawaiian cultural taboo against men and women eating together. The word luau means "young taro tops" in Hawaiian, and this is one of the traditional foods served at a luau, usually with squid or chicken cooked in coconut milk. WORD FAMILYluau: luaus USAGE EXAMPLESMonths later, it’s still the best entertainment in the state—and much less cheesy than your average resort luau. Wall Street Journal(Dec 22, 2016) A song called “Luau,” that could be my least favorite song. Washington Times(Aug 17, 2016) Five other people reported eating at the luau and fell ill with symptoms that suggested salmonella poisoning, but they did not get tested. Seattle Times(Jul 19, 2016) n an elaborate Hawaiian feast or party (especially one accompanied by traditional foods and entertainment) Hyper feast, fete, fiesta an elaborate party (often outdoors) |
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