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makaloa

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Cyperus laevigatus, a species of sedge.

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Synonyms: ehuawa

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

A traditional Hawaiian mat made from this plant.

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History

Etymology

From Hawaiian makaloa.