Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Hawaiian monarch and unifier: Kamehameha the Great refers to the first ruler who successfully united the major Hawaiian Islands into a single kingdom, establishing the Kamehameha dynasty. His reign marked a pivotal period of political consolidation in Hawaiian history.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The history of Hawaii changed forever under Kamehameha the Great.
  • A statue of Kamehameha the Great stands in Honolulu.
  • Kamehameha the Great is celebrated on Kamehameha Day, a state holiday in Hawaii.

Advanced Usage

• Historical reference: The term is used to distinguish this specific king from later monarchs in the same dynasty, such as Kamehameha II, III, etc.
  • The policies initiated by Kamehameha the Great set the foundation for the kingdom's governance.

Variants and Related Words

• Kamehameha I: An alternative, more formal name used in historical texts to denote the same figure.
• Kamehameha Dynasty: The royal line of kings founded by Kamehameha the Great.
• The Lonely One: One of the interpretations of his name, "Kamehameha," in the Hawaiian language.

Synonyms

• Unifier of Hawaii: A descriptive synonym highlighting his primary historical achievement.
• King Kamehameha I: The formal royal title.

Related Phrases and Concepts

• "The Law of the Splintered Paddle" (Kānāwai Māmalahoe): A famous edict on human rights proclaimed by Kamehameha the Great.
• "Kamehameha Day": The annual holiday, observed on June 11th, commemorating his legacy.

Noun

1. Hawaiian king who united the islands under his rule (1758-1819)