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QUIPU
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Dictionary entry overview: What does quipu mean?
• QUIPU (noun)
The noun QUIPU has 1 sense:
1. calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records
Familiarity information: QUIPU used as a noun is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("quipu" is a kind of...):
calculating machine; calculator (a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations; can be mechanical or electronic)
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