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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

marae

/mɑːreɪ/ noun · British & NZ
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What does marae mean?

noun

A traditional Maori meeting ground or sacred site, often with a wharenui (meeting house) at its center. In modern times, a marae may also refer to a Maori community or cultural center.

Example

"The visitors were welcomed with a traditional powhiri at the marae, which included a haka and a waiata."

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