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Definition of apurimac
apurimac
/ˌɑːpuːˈriːmæk/
A · pu · ri · mac
apurimac Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in southern Peru that flows through steep Andean canyons and is widely recognized as the ultimate source of the Amazon River system.
Example
"Expert whitewater rafters often travel to Peru to navigate the formidable rapids of the Apurimac River."
2
A department or administrative region in southern-central Peru, known for its rugged mountainous terrain and rich indigenous history.
Example
"The ancient Inca stone of Saywite is an important archaeological site located in the Apurimac region."
• Rhymes for apurimac
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Quechua words 'apu' (divinity, lord, or mountain spirit) and 'rimac' (speaker or oracle), translating roughly to 'the talking god' or 'the oracle god', which references the roaring sound of the river's powerful rapids.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Apurimac. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/apurimac