Hula (Noun)
Meaning
A Polynesian rain dance performed by a woman.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The villagers called upon Kahina to perform the traditional hula to bring forth the much-needed rain.
- Her hips swaying to the rhythm of the drums, she began the ancient hula ceremony under the darkening sky.
- The sweet scent of plumeria leis and the gentle rustle of the grass skirts accompanied the rhythmic chant of the hula.
- As she danced the hula, the air grew heavy with anticipation and the clouds gathered above.
- With each intricate hand gesture and gentle wave of her palm fronds, the hula seemed to conjure the impending storm.