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Definition of makahiku
makahiku
/ˌmɑːkəˈhiːkuː/
ma · ka · hi · ku
makahiku Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
Syllables
4
• noun
1
American A towering, 200-foot waterfall located along the Pipiwai Trail in Haleakalā National Park on the island of Maui, Hawaii.
Word Nuance & Usage
Typically encountered in English as part of the geographic name 'Makahiku Falls'. It is sometimes confused with 'Makahiki', which refers to the distinct traditional Hawaiian New Year festival.
• Rhymes for makahiku
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Makahiku. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/makahiku