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Haka

2 stages from Maori to English.

Today it means a traditional Maori ceremonial dance with chanting and forceful movements
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Stage 1 of 2
haka
Maori · ancient
"a ceremonial chant and dance"
a ceremonial dance with chanting, performed for various occasions
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Stage 2 of 2
haka
English · 1900s
"a Maori ceremonial war dance"
adopted internationally through New Zealand rugby and culture
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