Santander

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biographical name

San·​tan·​der ˌsän-ˌtän-ˈder How to pronounce Santander (audio)
ˌsan-ˌtan-
Francisco de Paula 1792–1840 Colombian general and politician

Santander

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geographical name

San·​tan·​der ˌsän-ˌtän-ˈder How to pronounce Santander (audio)
ˌsan-ˌtan-
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see cantabria
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city and port on the Bay of Biscay in northern Spain; capital of Cantabria province population 177,123

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“Santander.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Santander. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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