Hilo

/ˈhiˌloʊ/ noun

A city on the Big Island of Hawaii, serving as the county seat of Hawaii County. It's known for its waterfalls, gardens, and as a gateway to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

From Hawaiian 'Hilo,' possibly meaning 'first night after the new moon' or 'to twist' or 'braid.' The name has deep roots in Native Hawaiian language and culture.

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