yaqona
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A tropical plant whose root is used to make a kava drink
- noun
- Australian
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kava (planta)
- Farmers in Fiji grow yaqona for both local use and export.
Examples
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Farmers in Fiji grow yaqona for both local use and export.
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The ceremony began with the preparation of yaqona for the guests.
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He explained the cultural importance of yaqona in island traditions.
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They served yaqona during the ceremony.
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Is yaqona popular in Fiji?
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The ceremony began with the preparation of yaqona for the guests.
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They served yaqona during the ceremony.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Yaqona is the Fijian name for the plant used to make kava, so when you hear yaqona it can mean the kava plant itself.
