Tiki

Tiki Definition

Tiki (tē′kē)

noun

Polynesian Myth. the first man, or the god who creates him
a representation of an ancestor, god, etc., often a small sculptured figure worn as an amulet

Etymology: Polynesian: prob. < Maori

Tiki Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

bar: Radio alarm clock the base putting illinois ' first lady tiki bar in years.
flashlight: You can create a magical pathway across the lawn from the parking area to the party area by planting tiki torches.
party: Included in or then seek out in the room tiki oasis party.
oasis: Included in or then seek out in the room tiki oasis party.
hut: You wander over to the tiki hut, relax on the chaise and look out to the the ocean and begin to dream...
lounge: To include facility are pragmatic dishes houses attract first-time tiki lounge music.

Noun used with modifier

hei: One of the best-known types of Maori object is the pendant or hei tiki ( see top of the page ).
thing: We spoke to things tiki such kai in november.

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