Kahuna and Shaman

Kahuna noun - One of high position or importance within a group.

Shaman and kahuna are semantically related. In some cases you can replace term "Shaman" with "Kahuna", this nouns are similar.

Shaman noun - In societies practicing shamanism: one acting as a medium between the visible and spirit worlds; practices sorcery for healing or divination.

Kahuna and shaman are semantically related. You can use "Kahuna" instead a noun "Shaman".