Páez

[ pah-es ]

/ ˈpɑ ɛs /

noun

Jo·sé An·to·nio

[haw-se ahn-taw-nyaw] /hɔˈsɛ ɑnˈtɔ nyɔ/, 1790–1873, Venezuelan revolutionary and political leader: president 1831–35, 1839–43; dictator 1861–63.

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Examples from the Web for paez

Since the last-named period, the government has been in the hands again of General Paez.
Great Events in the History of North and South America|Charles A. Goodrich
The eastern provinces refused to recognise Paez's authority and the whole country was soon under arms.
The South American Republics, Part II (of 2)|Thomas C. Dawson
Then he learned that a meeting in Venezuela, presided over by Paez, had declared itself in favor of separation from Colombia.
The Hispanic Nations of the New World|William R. Shepherd
Very different was the career of General Paez, who was born at Araure.
The Young Llanero|W.H.G. Kingston

So struck was General Paez with the bravery he displayed, that he would not allow him to be attacked in his retreat.
The Young Llanero|W.H.G. Kingston

British Dictionary definitions for paez

Páez

/ (Spanish ˈpɑes) /

noun

José Antonio (xoˈse anˈtonjo). 1790–1873, Venezuelan revolutionary leader; first president (1831–46) of independent Venezuela

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