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Definition haka in British English

haka noun

noun
1

a traditional Maori war dance with chanting, designed to intimidate opponents. New Zealand rugby teams perform a version of it before a match.

Example

The sports team that has given the haka the greatest exposure overseas has been the All Blacks, who perform it before their matches.

Definition haka in British English