Definitions

1. noun

A type of melodic sound or vocalization, often used in traditional or cultural music and dance.

“In the traditional Hawaiian hula dance, the wawah sound is used to accompany the rhythm of the drums.”

2. verb

To make a wawah sound, often in a rhythmic or melodic manner.

“The children wawah-ed along with the hula dancers, adding to the festive atmosphere.”