Definition

Noun 1. A historical figure: Huayna Capac was the eleventh Sapa Inca (emperor) of the Inca Empire (Tawantinsuyu), reigning in the early 16th century. His rule is noted as the period when the empire reached its greatest geographical extent.

Usage

• Huayna Capac is used as a proper noun to refer to this specific Inca ruler.
• It is primarily used in historical, anthropological, and academic contexts.

Examples

• Historical Context:
• Succession:
• Historical Reference:

Advanced Usage

• As a period marker: The term can be used to denote the historical period of his rule.
  • Artifacts from the time of Huayna Capac show sophisticated metalwork.

Variants and Related Words

• Sapa Inca: (Noun) The title for the emperor or ruler of the Inca Empire. Huayna Capac was a Sapa Inca.
• Tawantinsuyu: (Noun) The name of the Inca Empire in the Quechua language, meaning "The Four Regions."

Synonyms

• Inca Emperor: A general term for which Huayna Capac is a specific example.
• Pre-Columbian Ruler: A broader categorical term.

Notes on Meaning

This word refers exclusively to the specific historical person. It does not have other meanings, idioms, or phrasal verbs associated with it.

Noun

1. the Incan ruler under whom the Incan empire reached its widest extent (died in 1525)