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Kahoolawe

Kahoolawe

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An island in Hawaii that is small, dry, and being restored after military use
  • proper noun
  • /kəˈhuːləˌweɪ/
: Kahoolawe
  • In the past, Kahoolawe was used for military training but is now recognized for its cultural importance.
  • island of Kahoolawe

Examples

  • Conservation efforts on Kahoolawe aim to restore its natural landscape and honor its rich heritage.

  • If one removed predators from Kahoolawe and Lehua islands, this would provide additional management opportunities.

    Academic text (2012)

  • The island of Kahoolawe is known for its dry climate and historical significance in Hawaii.

Surface Forms

Kahoolawe main

Etymology

The word Kahoolawe comes from Hawaiian parts ka ('the') and hoʻo- + lawe ('to make' and 'to carry'). So the name means something like 'the place of carrying', and people connect it to old stories of canoes and sea travel, which helps explain why this island has that name.