Spanish

noun

Span·ish | \ ˈspa-nish

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Definition of Spanish

1 : the Romance language of the largest part of Spain and of the countries colonized by Spaniards

2 plural in construction : the people of Spain

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The first known use of Spanish was in the 15th century

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Spanish

noun

English Language Learners Definition of Spanish

: the language of Spain, Mexico, and many countries in Latin America

: the people of Spain : Spanish people

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Spanish

adjective

Span·ish | \ ˈspa-nish

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(Entry 1 of 2)

: of or relating to Spain, its people, or the Spanish language

Spanish

noun

Kids Definition of Spanish (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : the language of Spain and the countries colonized by Spaniards

2 Spanish plural : the people of Spain

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