tiora
1. (verb) (-ia) to split open, open (shellfish).
Me āta tiora anō ngā kūtai, kia kore ai e tīhaea te kiko (HJ 2015:225). / The mussels should be opened carefully, so that the flesh isn't damaged.
Synonyms: pāoraora
1. (verb) (-ia) to split open, open (shellfish).
Me āta tiora anō ngā kūtai, kia kore ai e tīhaea te kiko (HJ 2015:225). / The mussels should be opened carefully, so that the flesh isn't damaged.
Synonyms: pāoraora
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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