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Yatiris

Noun

A yatiri is a traditional healer and spiritual guide in the indigenous Andean cultures of South America, particularly in Bolivia and Peru. Yatiris possess extensive knowledge of herbal medicine, rituals, ceremonies, and divination techniques.

Sample sentence: The yatiri used coca leaves to diagnose the spiritual ailment of the patient.

Adjective

In local communities, the adjective "yatiri" is used to describe something originating or associated with the traditional practices, rituals, or beliefs of the indigenous Andean cultures.

Sample sentence: The villagers gathered to perform a yatiri ceremony to honor their ancestors.