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kabi n roki

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kabi n roki

n. te i-kabi n roki: a young engaged girl who is kept enclosed (kakoaki) in accord with ancient custom.
ex.
  • te kanoa n roki: young girl not engaged but kept enclosed, the general term for all is te ko.
  • te kabi n roki, te kanoa n roki: a beauty, a belle of fair complexion (white).