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n.v., Ceremonial throwing of spears at a high chief returning from a voyage; he dodges or catches the spears to show his courage and skill; to hurl thus.

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Haw to Eng, Kent (1986), Loulou paʻa ｜ Permalink

Hurling spears at a chief, not only to test his dexterity in avoiding them but to better oneʻs own skill.

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