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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Example Sentences
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No approaches have yet been made with regard to Iraola's potential coaching staff, but the 43-year-old Spaniard is keen on bringing his assistant at Bournemouth, Tommy Elphick, a lifelong Liverpool fan, with him.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
It took until late October for the Spaniard to lead Bournemouth to a Premier League win in his first season in charge.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Spaniard Iraola announced in April that he would leave the club this summer and has also been linked with Crystal Palace and AC Milan.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
The club have approached the Spaniard to discuss the role.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
The Spaniard maneuvered the craft expertly, which was not easy, and the waves were rolling in toward the rocks now and the spray was blinding.
From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman
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