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Reconstruction:Proto-Polynesian/loa

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 This Proto-Polynesian entry contains reconstructed terms and roots. As such, the term(s) in this entry are not directly attested, but are hypothesized to have existed based on comparative evidence.

Proto-Polynesian

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Etymology

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Ultimately from Proto-Malayo-Polynesian *luas (“outside; spacious”). Compare Malay luas.

Adjective

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*loa

  1. long

Descendants

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  • Hawaiian: loa
  • Maori: roa
  • Rapa Nui: roa
  • Tahitian: roa
  • Tongan: loloa (by reduplication)
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