Nharangga Word


Wiruga

English Word


area of Nharangga land. The name has moved into general use as Warooka

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Definition/Cultural Note


the literal meaning of this word is not certain. Johnson believed it means a muddy waterhole, while some sources suggest a parrot with a beautiful plummage. Neither idea matches words found in Nharangga sources. Others claim that it comes for warriyuggu (sometimes warriyuga) ship.


Different ways of saying this word
Wiruka