nok

There is a query about this entry.
Suggested source is English: ‘nock’ - more details?

Mihalic suggests a dual Kuanua and English origin: what is the Kuanua word he was referring to?

Also clarification needed on gras nok, nok bilong muruk etc.

See original Mihalic entry.

Noun forms

  1. Physiology: node or midrib of a palm, plant or feather
    gras nok the feather of a fully grown bird
    nok bilong haus ridge of a house

Noun combination forms

  1. Physiology: nok bilong muruk the special wingbone of the cassowary used by New Guineans as a nose decoration or also as a needle in weaving armlets ® muruk

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