Spaniard
Americannoun
noun
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a native or inhabitant of Spain
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short for wild Spaniard
Etymology
Origin of Spaniard
1350–1400; Middle English Spaignarde < Old French ( e ) spaignart, equivalent to Espaigne Spain + -art -ard
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The 22-year-old Spaniard has already won the Australian Open this year to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam - and this was his 11th success out of 11 in 2026.
From BBC
After two hours, two minutes on court, the Spaniard extended his perfect winning record to 11 matches this season.
From Barron's
And although City still look to use their fast attackers, the Spaniard has applied the brakes in recent weeks, with his words from 20 years ago hinting as to why.
From BBC
The Spaniard made Royer pay, eventually reeling off five consecutive games to wrap up victory.
From Barron's
The Spaniard saved both and then closed out victory in the tie-break, ripping a forehand down the line on match point.
From Barron's
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