Greek Meaning of quipu
Κίπου
Other Greek words related to Κίπου
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Definitions and Meaning of quipu in English
quipu (n)
calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records
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.
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Κίπου
calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping recordsA contrivance employed by the ancient Peruvian
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quipping => πνευματώδης, quipped => αστειεύτηκε, quipo => κίπου, quip => αστείο, quinze => δεκαπέντε,
