Kōwhaki. 1. v.t. Pluck off, tear off. Kowhakina ana tona maikuku hei ahi (T. 24).
2. a. Ready to drop off. Kua kowhaki nga papa i te ngaunga a te mate.—Me he manga rakau ano ko ahau e kowhaki i te hau.
kōwhakiwhaki. 1. v.t. Tear off piece by piece. Kowhakiwhakia tetahi taro ma te kotiro.
2. v.i. Flash frequently. A Hine-nui-te-po e kowhakiwhaki noa mai ra i te taha o te rangi (T. 28).
‖ tiwhaki.
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