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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Its life cycle includes a journey of 11,000 kilometers from Andean headwaters to coastal nursery areas.

From Science Daily

The findings also fill an important gap in understanding the genetic history of southern Andean populations.

From Science Daily

Last week, the FBI opened its first office in the Andean country, a move which came shortly after the two countries launched joint counter-narcotic operations.

From BBC

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

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