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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Origin of Andean

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

Example Sentences

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Her surname is recognized across the Andean nation.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Authorities also need to figure out where and how the rare Andean strain of the virus emerged.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

In April, a record 35 candidates ran for president of the chronically unstable Andean nation, which has burned through eight presidents in the past decade, four of whom were impeached.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

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

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

People in Andean societies viewed themselves as belonging to family lineages.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

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