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Definition of ica

ica

/ˈiː.kə/
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• noun

1

A department and administrative region in southern Peru that borders the Pacific Ocean, characterized by its arid desert landscapes and rich pre-Columbian history.

Example

"The region of Ica was heavily impacted by the 2007 earthquake, which caused significant damage to its infrastructure."


2

A major city in southwestern Peru, situated in the Ica Valley, renowned for its extensive agricultural industry, wine and pisco production, and proximity to the Huacachina desert oasis.

Word Nuance & Usage

Always capitalized as 'Ica' when referring to the geographical location in Peru. It may also appear fully capitalized as 'ICA' when used as an acronym for organizations such as the Institute of Contemporary Arts.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the local indigenous Quechua word 'Ika', historically used to refer to the river, the valley, and the ancient pre-Columbian cultures native to the area.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ica. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ica
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