Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- A volcanic island of French Polynesia in the Leeward group of the Society Islands in the southern Pacific Ocean.
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When the crops were planted, a question arose as to what the island should be named, and the warriors, who knew little of omens, agreed that it ought properly to be called Bora Bora; but a great surprise was in store for them, for when Tupuna of the ancient mane heard the report he was outraged.
Hawaii Michener, James 1959
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We also have a bright batik print called Bora Bora, a colorful floral that really "pops" called Palm Beach (which is my hometown), a gold linen called Champagne, and a lavender linen called Provence.
Makeup Bag 2008
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Further UK charting singles included "Bora Bora" (UK #35, 1998) and
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Further UK charting singles included "Bora Bora" (UK #35, 1998) and
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Further UK charting singles included "Bora Bora" (UK #35, 1998) and
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Further UK charting singles included "Bora Bora" (UK #35, 1998) and
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Further UK charting singles included "Bora Bora" (UK #35, 1998) and
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"Bora Bora" Nui Resort & Spa feels like real polynesia.
WN.com - Articles related to French holiday firm debuts 'Eco-Nature' resorts 2010
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Further UK charting singles included "Bora Bora" (UK #35, 1998) and
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Overwater Bungalows in romantic BoraBora in Tahiti, "Bora Bora" Nui Resort & Spa feels like real polynesia.
WN.com - Articles related to French holiday firm debuts 'Eco-Nature' resorts 2010
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