Note 17 — Chapter XXXIV · PELE’S BRIGADE IS SENT TO THE ATTACK OF LOHIAU
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Kua-loi. This is probably shortened from the full form Kua-loiloi. The reference is to a law, or custom, which forbade any one to approach Pele from behind, or to stand behind her. He kua loiloi ko Pele, the meaning of which is, Pele has a fastidious back. ↑