1. (modifier) noisy.
Synonyms: manioro, makekeno, turituri, māniania, kurupākara, nganangana, hoihoi, tīhoihoi, pākinakina
2. (noun) noise, chatter.
I a ia e hīkoi ana i te ngahere, ka rangona e ia te haunene, te kōhimuhimu, te katakata. / While she was walking in the forest she heard chatter, whispering and laughter.
Te Aka Māori-English, English-Māori Dictionary and Index by John C Moorfield comprises a selection of modern and everyday language that will be extremely useful for learners of the Māori language.
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