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Quipu word meaning and definition

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[noun] calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records
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\Qui"pu\, n.; pl. {Quipus}. [Peruv. quipu a knot.] A contrivance employed by the ancient Peruvians, Mexicans, etc., as a substitute for writing and figures, consisting of a main cord, from which hung at certain distances smaller cords of various colors, each having a special meaning, as silver, gold, corn, soldiers. etc. Single, double, and triple knots were tied in the smaller cords, representing definite numbers. It was chiefly used for arithmetical purposes, and to register important facts and events. [Written also {quipo}.] --Tylor. The mysterious science of the quipus . . . supplied the Peruvians with the means of communicating their ideas to one another, and of transmitting them to future generations. --Prescott.

See also: calculating machine | calculator |

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Let's analyse "quipu" as pure text. This string has Five letters in Three syllables and Three vowels. 60% of vowels is 21.4% more then average English word. Written in backwards: UPIUQ. Average typing speed for these characters is 1295 milliseconds. [info]

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Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: quipu: 3 + 9 + 3 = 15, reduced: 6 . and the final result is Six.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: quipu: 8 + 3 + 9 + 7 + 3 = 30, reduced: 3, and the final result is Three.

Tarot cards

Letter Num. Tarot c. Intensity Meaning
I (1) 9 Hermit Independent, Researcher, Intell,igent
P (1) 16 Tower Craftsman, Laborer, Builder
Q (1) 17 Star Hopeful, Pragmatic, Intuitive
U (2) 21 World Gifted, Generous, Bountiful

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