Spaniard

noun

Span·​iard ˈspan-yərd How to pronounce Spaniard (audio)
: a native or inhabitant of Spain

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In those contests, LA went 3-1-1, showing their depth and quality around the Spaniard. Jeff Rueter, The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024 Nevertheless, the Spaniard was philosophical when reflecting on the situation's futility. Zak Garner-Purkis, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024 Egyptian media reported that those aboard included two Americans, four British nationals, four Germans, two Spaniards, two Belgians, and one Irishman. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024 Carlos Alcaraz defeats Novak Djokovic in the men’s final, becoming the first Spaniard to successfully defend his Wimbledon crown. CNN, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Spaniard 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English Spaignard, from Middle French Espaignard, from Espaigne Spain, from Latin Hispania

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Spaniard was in the 15th century

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“Spaniard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Spaniard. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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Spaniard

noun
Span·​iard ˈspan-yərd How to pronounce Spaniard (audio)
: a person born or living in Spain
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