marokopa
marokopa Lexical Profile
• noun
New Zealand A small rural coastal settlement located in the Waitomo District of the Waikato region on the North Island of New Zealand.
"They rented a small holiday home in Marokopa to enjoy the rugged west coast beaches."
New Zealand A river in the Waikato region of New Zealand's North Island, flowing westwards from the King Country out to the Tasman Sea.
"The Marokopa River is a popular spot for catching whitebait during the spring season."
New Zealand A prominent, picturesque waterfall situated on the Marokopa River in the Waitomo District, widely considered one of New Zealand's most beautiful natural cascades.
"After visiting the glowworm caves, the tourists took a short walk through the native tawa and podocarp forest to view Marokopa Falls."
• Rhymes for marokopa
Word Origin & Etymology
From the Māori language, historically referring to the area, river, and falls in the Waikato region of New Zealand's North Island.