Puna
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Puna is a noun meaning An alpine biological community in the central portion of the Andes in which short, coarse grass supports a Native American population.
Meaning
An alpine biological community in the central portion of the Andes in which short, coarse grass supports a Native American population.
Example Sentences
The overwhelming majority of maca roots are dried after harvest. In the cold, dry atmosphere of the puna the dried roots remain edible for several years. A minor proportion of the freshly harvested roots are roasted in huatias, earthen ovens […]
Word Forms
- punas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ayllu, pampero, kuna, altepetl, pinto.
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