Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kirri

Verb
/ˈkɪri/
Definition
A term used primarily in Aboriginal Australian languages, ‘kirri’ refers to the action of giving or presenting something.
Examples
  • The elder decided to kirri the stories of the ancestors to the younger generation.
  • As a gesture of goodwill, she chose to kirri her handmade gifts to the community.
  • During the festival, the villagers gathered to kirri their best dishes with each other.
Meaning
To present or offer something, often used in the context of sharing resources or gifts.
Synonyms
  • offer
  • present
  • share