kukui
Prononciation : [kuˈkuːi]
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Contexte : « nature »
(noun) a type of tree that grows in Hawaii. It has big, green leaves and produces nuts that can be used for a variety of things. The kukui tree is important for island culture and helps provide shade.
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The kukui tree in our backyard provides shade for our family picnics.
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There aren't any kukui trees in this area, so it feels very hot without any shade.
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Have you ever seen a kukui tree in Hawaii?
Contexte : « cultural significance »
(noun) the nuts of the kukui tree, which can be used to make oil or jewelry. These nuts are sometimes used in traditional Hawaiian practices.
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The artisan made beautiful necklaces from kukui nuts.
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He didn't find any kukui nuts on his walk, so he couldn't make his necklace.
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What can you create with kukui nuts?
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