luau

noun

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

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Luau Transform your next outdoor dinner party by hosting a luau, The Bash suggests. Maggie Griswold, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025 Attending an evening luau is another beloved pastime, where visitors can learn about Hawaiian heritage while enjoying good food and drink. Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 At night, seek the traditional experience of Kauai at a luau, where a vibrant culture comes alive through music and dance. Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024 Attending an evening luau is another beloved pastime, where visitors can learn about Hawaiian heritage while enjoying good food and drink. Geoff Whitmore, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 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 22 Apr. 2025.

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luau

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

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