In Hawaii: a stranger, a newcomer; a beginner, a novice.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Outing: an illustrated monthly magazine of recreation. From Hawaiian malihini stranger, guest, person unfamiliar with a place or custom.
Definition of malihini in US English:
malihini
nounmɑːlɪˈhiːni
In Hawaii: a stranger, a newcomer; a beginner, a novice.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in Outing: an illustrated monthly magazine of recreation. From Hawaiian malihini stranger, guest, person unfamiliar with a place or custom.