Inca Definition & Meaning

inca
noun
  1. a ruler of the Incas (or a member of his family)
  2. a member of the Quechuan people living in the Cuzco valley in Peru
  3. the small group of Quechua living in the Cuzco Valley in Peru who established hegemony over their neighbors in order to create an empire that lasted from about 1100 until the Spanish conquest in the early 1530s

"Inca" in song lyrics

See how inca is used in real songs:

  • "pictures inca"
    AOL — AOL
  • "tersa cutter head for inca"
    AOL — AOL
  • "peruvian inca"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "inca"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "inca" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for inca to find words that pair well.

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