puna
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Relating to the high, cold treeless area in the central Andes
- adjective
- /ˈpuːnə/
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puneño
- The puna grasslands are home to many unique animal species adapted to high altitudes.
Examples
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Many puna plants have developed special features to survive the cold and dry conditions.
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Researchers observed the puna climate to study its effects on local agriculture.
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The puna landscape is known for its unique wildlife.
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Many puna plants thrive in harsh conditions.
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The puna grasslands are home to many unique animal species adapted to high altitudes.
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Many puna plants have developed special features to survive the cold and dry conditions.
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Researchers observed the puna climate to study its effects on local agriculture.
Surface Forms
puna positive
Etymology
The adjective puna also comes from the Quechua puna, meaning 'high plain', and it describes plants, animals, or weather from that cold, high region. So calling something puna links it to the high Andes and its special climate.