Here's a breakdown:
* Punic Wars: The series of wars fought between Rome and Carthage.
* Punic language: The language spoken by the Carthaginians, which was related to Phoenician.
* Punic culture: The culture of the Carthaginians, known for its trade and military prowess.
So, if you see "Punicus" in a Latin text, it likely refers to something related to Carthage or its people.