Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kapa
noun
ˈkə-pə
Definition
Kapa is a traditional Hawaiian fabric made from the bark of the wauke plant, often used for clothing and cultural items.
Examples
- She wore a beautiful kapa dress to the luau.
- The kapa cloth was intricately designed with traditional Hawaiian patterns.
- Artisans skillfully created kapa for ceremonial purposes.
Meaning
Kapa refers to the textile that is created through a process of beating and softening plant fibers, resulting in a cloth that can be decorated with various designs.
Synonyms
- fabric
- cloth
- textile
