toitoi (noun)

1. Toitoi was commonly used by Maoris for thatching their traditional houses, known as whare, which played a significant role in Maori history and culture.

2. Why did the Maori builder only use toitoi for thatching? Because he wanted to add a touch of Maori culture that no one could brush off!

3. Underneath the toitoi thatched roof, the couple had a romantic dinner while enjoying the beautiful Maori sunset.

4. According to Maori mythology, the god Tāne Mahuta used toitoi to create the first human, giving them protection and shelter.