What Does Tattoo Mean In Tahitian

In Tahitian, the word tattoo (or Tatau, as it is spelled in Tahitian) has several meanings. Firstly, it can refer to the art of using a medical needle to implant special designs and symbols into the skin, making a permanent marking. It can also refer to the designs and symbols themselves. Lastly, in some cases it can be used to represent ritualistic marks made on the body which are believed to have spiritual and protective powers.