ruana en · NOUN
Etymology
From French ruana and its etymon, Spanish ruana (“woolen fabric or garment”), of disputed origin. Suggestions include Latin rūga (“wrinkle”), Quechua ruana (“textile”), and Chibcha ruana (“land of blankets”); see Wikipedia.
Meanings
- An outer garment typical of the Andes region of Venezuela and Colombia, and resembling a poncho.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ruanas | Number=Plur | lexicographic |