What does "paua" mean?

Any of several large, edible abalones of New Zealand, especially Haliotis iris, whose shell is used to make jewelry.

What is a synonym for "paua"?

Common synonyms include: abalone.

/ˈpɐːwɘ/ noun

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Noun

1
Any of several large, edible abalones of New Zealand, especially Haliotis iris, whose shell is used to make jewelry. New-Zealand
"“Hey, we got paua for tea, Himi!” he calls, and comes to the base of the cliff."
2
The shell of this mollusc. New-Zealand
3
A fish hook made from this shell. New-Zealand

"“Hey, we got paua for tea, Himi!” he calls, and comes to the base of the cliff."

Borrowed from Māori pāua.