Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tiki
noun
/ˈtiːki/
Definition
A decorative figure or statue in Polynesian culture, often carved from wood or stone.
Examples
- The restaurant had a beautiful tiki bar with carved wooden figures.
- We saw many tiki sculptures during our trip to Hawaii.
Meaning
The term ‘tiki’ refers both to the carved figures that symbolize deities or ancestors and to the broader aspects of Polynesian art and culture.
Synonyms
- idol
- statue
- totem
