Definitions

1. noun

1. A body of water, especially a sea, ocean, or large lake. 2. A small bay or inlet of the sea, typically near a coast.

“She spent her summer vacation at the beach, where she waded into the kai and played with the seagulls.”

2. noun

1. A person’s name, especially in Polynesian cultures.

“The kai’s traditional dance was a highlight of the cultural festival.”

3. verb

1. To greet or welcome someone with a kiss on the cheek, especially in Hawaiian culture.

“When visiting her grandmother, she would kai her to show affection.”