quipu

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish quipu, from Cusco-Collao Quechua khipu (“knot”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈki.pu/

Noun

quipu (plural quipus)

  1. A recording device, used by the Incas, consisting of intricate knotted cords.

Translations

Spanish

Etymology

From Cusco-Collao Quechua khipu (“knot”).

Noun

quipu m (plural quipus)

  1. quipu
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