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Definition of manawainui
manawainui
/ˌmɑː.nə.waɪˈnuː.i/
ma · na · wai · nu · i
manawainui Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
American A prominent gulch and rugged valley located on the islands of Maui and Molokai in the state of Hawaii, recognized for its steep terrain and native ecosystems.
Example
"Conservation teams hiked deep into Manawainui to survey the endangered plants clinging to the steep valley walls."
2
American A stream system flowing through the associated Hawaiian valleys, serving as an important natural watershed.
Example
"After the heavy seasonal rains, the typically calm waters of Manawainui stream swelled and rushed toward the coast."
• Rhymes for manawainui
Word Origin & Etymology
From the Hawaiian language, combining 'mana' (branch), 'wai' (water), and 'nui' (large or great), literally translating to 'great branch of water'.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Manawainui. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/manawainui