On-line Te Reo Māori Dictionary

Kauika. 1. n. Heap. ‖ kau (v), ika.

2. School of whales, etc. Ka kite nga tangata o Te Mahia i te kauika pakake e haere ana i waho.

3. v.i. Lie in a heap.

4. v.t. Lay in a heap. Kauikatia o riwai.

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