Definition of quipu Quipu
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What does quipu mean?
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NounPlural: quipus |
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| quipu - calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records |
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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- quipu (n.)
A contrivance employed by the ancient Peruvians, Mexicans, etc., as a substitute for writing and figures, consisting of a main cord, from which hung at certain distances smaller cords of various colors, each having a special meaning, as silver, gold, corn, soldiers. etc. Single, double, and triple knots were tied in the smaller cords, representing definite numbers. It was chiefly used for arithmetical purposes, and to register important facts and events.
Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕
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quipu
kē′pōō, or kwip′ōō, n. the mnemonic language of coloured and knotted cords used by the Incas of ancient Peru—depending on order, colour, and kind.—Also Quip′o. [Peruv., 'a knot.']
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🔤- quipu, noun, singular of quipus.
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