alameda
noun
a public walk shaded with trees.
alameda
1 American
[al-uh-mey-duh]
/ ˌæl əˈmeɪ də /
noun
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Chiefly Southwestern U.S. a public walk shaded with trees.
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(in Latin America) a boulevard, park, or public garden having such a walk.
Alameda
2
American
[al-uh-mee-duh, -mey-]
/ ˌæl əˈmi də, -ˈmeɪ- /
noun
alameda
British
/ ˌæləˈmeɪdə /
noun
Etymology
Origin of alameda
First recorded in 1790–1800; from Spanish, equivalent to álam(o) “poplar” + -eda, from Latin -ētum suffix denoting a grove or stand of trees; see alamo
Explanation
An alameda is a tree-lined road or path. If you want some exercise on a hot summer day, go for a stroll along a shady alameda. The Spanish word alameda derives from the álamo, or poplar tree. Like the words avenue and allee, it describes a long, straight public way that has a row of trees on both sides. Most alamedas are meant for pedestrians or bicycles, rather than car traffic — perfect for taking a leisurely walk!
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
There is an admirably kept alameda for public enjoyment, divided by four rows of ancient cottonwood-trees, some of which are five feet in diameter.
From Aztec Land by Ballou, Maturin Murray
His house, which is the corner one at the entrance of the alameda, commands a noble prospect of the bay, and is very large and magnificent.
From The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] by Borrow, George Henry
Parallel with the alameda extends the wall of the naval arsenal and dock.
From The Bible in Spain - Vol. 2 [of 2] by Borrow, George Henry
It has numerous public squares, besides the Plaza Mayor and a fine alameda.
From Aztec Land by Ballou, Maturin Murray
A favorite dance, known here as the zama cueca, is often witnessed out-of-doors in retired corners of the plaza or the alameda, as well as elsewhere.
From Equatorial America Descriptive of a Visit to St. Thomas, Martinique, Barbadoes, and the Principal Capitals of South America by Ballou, Maturin Murray
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