ariki
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ariki (plural arikis)
A person having a hereditary chiefly or noble rank in Polynesia.
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On June 13, 2008, a small majority of members of the House of Ariki attempted a coup, claiming to dissolve the elected government and to take control of the country's leadership.
Today, Pa Ariki, family and friends will be gathering for celebration of royal proportions at the Pa Ariki Palace Grounds in Turangi.
For example, the practice of more than one wife was discouraged, as was the case of Kainuku Ariki of Vaka Takitumu, and the introduction of dress code where locals were encouraged to cover up.