Spaniard

noun Span·iard \ˈspan-yərd\

: a person born, raised, or living in Spain : a Spanish person

Full Definition of SPANIARD

: a native or inhabitant of Spain

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

First Known Use: 15th century

SPANIARDS Defined for Kids

noun Span·iard \ˈspan-yərd\

: a person born or living in Spain

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