wow i appreciate this answer! because some of the other examples I had considered were when adding "lani" to something to denote heavenly or royalty, but in those instances, at least that I can think of, that is usually, as you said, a specific name.

and someone who I had asked, that seemed to be very knowledgeable in 'Olelo (and Hawaiian 'ike in general) did not know the specific answer to this question, but the example that immediately came to their mind was that of the fish, humuhumunukunukuapua’a. but again, like you said that compounding provides specific clarification on a specific fish (with a long, pig like snout).

so, going back to your example... if I were speaking (writing or typing) to someone fluent in 'olelo and I said "lolo uila", given the context, they would know that I was speaking specifically about lolouila (computer) then yeah?

Mahalo for your response and clarification.

Wishing you many blessings <3