The indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand, or relating to their culture, language, and traditions.
From the Maori language word 'Māori' meaning 'normal' or 'ordinary,' originally used to distinguish themselves from European settlers. The term was later adopted in English to refer to this Pacific Island people who arrived in New Zealand around the 13th century.
The Maori have one of the most recognizable cultural practices in the world—the haka, a powerful ceremonial war dance that's now performed by New Zealand's rugby team before international matches, making ancient tradition thrilling to millions of modern sports fans.
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