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Pronunciation: [kjˈʊ͡əɹə] (IPA)

Kura is a Maori word that has several synonyms. One of the synonyms is a chicken or a hen. This is because kura refers to the red or brown color of a chicken's feathers. Another synonym for kura is a gem or a precious stone. This is because kura was used to refer to a special red stone that was used in Maori culture as a symbol of wealth and power. Kura can also refer to something that is pure or sacred, such as a holy relic or a spiritual item. Lastly, kura can mean a treasure or a valuable possession that is highly cherished.
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Synonyms for Kura:

  • n.

    • Kura River • object

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What are the hypernyms for Kura?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the holonyms for Kura?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.

  • holonyms for kura (as nouns)

Usage examples for Kura

There is a kura, or fire-proof storehouse, with a tiled roof, on the right of the house.
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None of these treasures are kept in the house, but in the kura, or fireproof storehouse, close by.
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She sometimes bore the name Rau-kura-"The red plume."
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W. D. Westervelt

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