What does HIKOI mean?

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1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

1. A walking journey or trip, especially one taken for a political or social purpose (source: Oxford English Dictionary).

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /hiːˈkɔɪ/
• UK: /ˈhiːkɔɪ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "hikoi" originates from the Māori language of New Zealand and means "walk" or "march". In recent years, the word has gained wider usage in English to refer to a walking journey or trip, especially one taken for a political or social purpose. The term gained international attention in 2004 when thousands of Māori people marched in protest against the governments proposed foreshore and seabed legislation (source: The Guardian).

5. Synonyms:

• march
• walk
• protest
• procession

6. Related Words:

• hoick
• chock
• chirk
• choke
• chick

7. Example Sentences:

• The hikoi was organized to protest against the governments decision to sell off public land.
• He joined the hikoi to show his support for the Māori peoples cause.
• The hikoi participants walked for miles in the scorching sun.