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hori

British  
/ ˈhɔːriː /

noun

  1. a Māori

  2. a falsehood

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adjective

  1. of or relating to the Māori

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Etymology

Origin of hori

Māori

Example Sentences

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Weiner walked around the property, pointing out Clark’s work and showing off a hori hori knife tucked in a pocket of her overalls.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2023

Sharp pruners and snips and multipurpose weeding tools, such a hori hori knife, make garden chores easier.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 3, 2022

It is made in China, however, so if you prefer a Japanese-made hori hori, try Nisaku’s $22 knife, which includes a leather sheath for storage but not, alas, for wearing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2021

Why you want this: If you are in need of new gardening tools this spring but are trying to save shed space, look no further than the hori hori.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2021

Hori hori knives are endlessly useful in the garden, from sawing roots to opening holes for planting.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2018