A Leaf from the Natural History of New Zealand
Salutations
Salutations.
Aitimai, welcome
Haehae, to cut the flesh for grief or respect
Haere, Haere atu ra, go in peace
Hongi, to salute by the nose
page 58Inakoe, welcome
Momi, to kiss
Mote, to kiss
Naumai, welcome
Owha, to salute
Tangi, to cry; the most common form of salutation.