luau

noun

lu·​au ˈlü-ˌau̇ How to pronounce luau (audio)
: a Hawaiian feast

Examples of luau in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Old Lahaina Luau presents what is considered the purest form of luau, one that infuses history, music, food, and ancient dance and hula to tell the story of Hawaii, from early Polynesian migration to the last days of the monarchy and plantation era. John Wogan, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2024 Families can learn more about Hawaiian culture and traditions at the on-site luau and the resort’s cultural center, which offers lessons in hula dancing, playing the ukulele, and making flower leis. Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 27 Apr. 2024 And the resort’s luau is one of Hawaii’s best—intimate in size with a captivating performance, delicious food and gorgeous backdrop of the ocean at sunset. Juliana Shallcross, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2023 The luau will probably live on longer than the show. Fred Bronson, Billboard, 5 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for luau 

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Word History

Etymology

Hawaiian lū'au

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of luau was in 1853

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“Luau.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luau. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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luau

noun
lu·​au ˈlü-ˌau̇ How to pronounce luau (audio)
: a Hawaiian feast

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