pasi

/pɑːsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A traditional Māori tattoo or carving.

“The museum displayed an impressive piece of pasi art from a renowned artist.”

2. verb

To carve or tattoo in a traditional Māori manner.

“The artisan would pasi the wood to create intricate designs.”

Synonyms

  • carve
  • tattoo

Antonyms

  • erase
  • remove