Andean

American

[an-dee-uhn, an-dee-] / ænˈdi ən, ˈæn di- /

adjective

of or like the Andes.

Andean British

/ ˈændɪən, ænˈdiːən /

adjective

of, relating to, or resembling the Andes

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Other Word Forms

inter-Andean adjective
sub-Andean adjective
trans-Andean adjective

Etymology

Origin of Andean

First recorded in 1830–40; Ande(s) + -an

Example Sentences

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The sun was setting behind the brilliant green hills of the Andean countryside.

From Literature

Aramayo ruled out having to choose between close ties with Washington or Beijing, saying that the Andean nation needed to engage in dialogue "with everyone."

From Barron's

A dozen ambulances and medical personnel were rushed to the site in a remote Andean area without direct road access.

From Barron's

The fuel price increases, which took effect on Thursday, caused fares for buses -- the main mode of transport in the Andean country -- to double.

From Barron's

"This research contributes an important Andean case study on how past communities modified landscapes to bring people together and promote interaction," said Dr. Bongers.

From Science Daily

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