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akaka

/əˈkɑː.kə/
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akaka Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A prominent 442-foot tall waterfall located within a lush state park on the eastern coast of the Big Island of Hawaii.

2

American A surname of Hawaiian origin, most widely recognized in American politics in connection with legislation proposing federal recognition for Native Hawaiians.

Example

"The debate over the Akaka legislation highlighted complex questions regarding indigenous sovereignty and legal recognition in the United States."

Word Nuance & Usage

In English, 'Akaka' is almost exclusively capitalized and used as a proper noun, typically referring either to the famous Hawaiian waterfall or as a surname in American political contexts.

• Rhymes for akaka

• Nearby Words

aitch
ajar
ajuga
akaka
akebi
akebia
akhara

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Hawaiian word 'ʻakaka', meaning 'clear, transparent, or unmistakable'. It entered English usage primarily through geographical naming (ʻAkaka Falls) and the surname of Native Hawaiian political figures.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Akaka. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/akaka
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