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Chavin

American  
[chuh-veen] / tʃəˈvin /

adjective

  1. of, relating to, or characteristic of a Peruvian culture flourishing from the 1st to the 6th century a.d.


Etymology

Origin of Chavin

Named after Chavin, town in Peru

Example Sentences

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"There's a steady decline in alcohol consumption in France and around the world, wine included, and a rise in responsible drinking," Mathilde Boulachin, founder of another leading French brand, Chavin, told AFP.

From Barron's

The filmmakers began to think about another season of “The Jinx” as they reviewed testimony from conditional witnesses in the Berman case — people like Nick Chavin, the longtime friend turned “secret witness” against Durst.

From Los Angeles Times

The New York Times also reported Chavin was stabbed, citing two people with knowledge of the matter.

From Reuters

The Chavin are well-known for their advanced art, often featuring depictions of birds and felines.

From Reuters

The latest Chavin discoveries focus on a hallway inside a southern portion of the temple that was sealed due to what archaeologists believe was its structural weakness, but that now offers a glimpse into the earliest days of the Chavin.

From Reuters