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单词
makutu
释义
Definition of
makutu
in English:
makutu
noun
məˈkuːtuː
mass noun
NZ
1
Sorcery; witchcraft.
〈新西兰〉巫术，魔法
Example sentences
Examples
The Urewera, famed all over New Zealand for their skill in makutu practices, often used spittle as a bait.
But even modern Maoris don't like to meddle with makutu.
If a woman is sitting in the front, her fertility would be affected by makutu, says Walker.
Makutu was resorted to often for the purpose of avenging some insult, or to punish a thief or other evildoer.
1.1
count noun
A magic spell.
咒语；符咒
Example sentences
Examples
This is necessary, that the makutu may take effect, and the person who stole the flax be discovered.
Synonyms
spell
, incantation, conjuration, rune, magic formula, magic word, abracadabra, jinx
Origin
Maori.
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