gounau

/ɡaʊˈnaʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Aboriginal Australian word used as a term of respect, particularly in the Kimberley region.

“The elderly man used the word ‘gounau’ to refer to the respected elder in the community.”

Synonyms

  • gurra
  • gurruwun

Antonyms

  • derogatory
  • insult