Spaniard

/ˈspæn.jɚd/

UK: /ˈspæn.jəd/

SPÆN · jɚd (2 syllables)

English Noun Top 19,797
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Definition

A person from Spain or of Spanish descent.

Etymology

From Middle English Spaignarde, from Old French Espaignard, from Espaigne. Equivalent to Spain + -ard.

Example Sentences

  • "Wenger sent on Cesc Fabregas and Van Persie to try to finish Leeds off and with 14 minutes left the switch paid off as the Spaniard sent Bendtner away down the right and his wonderful curling cross was headed in by Van Persie at the far post."
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