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Definition of incapillo
incapillo
/ˌɪŋkəˈpiːjoʊ/
in · ca · pil · lo
incapillo Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A high-altitude Pleistocene caldera and volcanic center located in the Andes of La Rioja Province, Argentina, notable for its ignimbrite deposits and extreme elevation.
Example
"Geologists study the rock formations of Incapillo to better understand the volcanic history and tectonic evolution of the central Andes."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from Quechua 'Inca' and 'pillu' (crown), translating to 'Crown of the Inca', reflecting its high-altitude, dominating structure in the Andes.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Incapillo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/incapillo