luau

noun

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

Examples of luau in a Sentence

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The Grand Hyatt luau features the traditional dances of Polynesia from the islands of Tahiti, Samoa, New Zealand and Hawaii. Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026 Plan to visit one of Maui's best luaus, a traditional dinner show featuring Polynesian music, dancing, and food. Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2026 The production features choreography from Peter Rockford Espiritu, a Native Hawaiian who is also behind the choreography for the luau at Disney’s Aulani Resort. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026 Gershon fondly remembered when Drysdale held a luau at the bar and encouraged her to ride a mechanical bull. Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luau

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 19 Mar. 2026.

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luau

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

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