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Hacienda

/hɑːˈsiː.ən.də/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A large estate or plantation, especially in a Spanish-speaking country.

    "The hacienda was known for its sprawling fields of crops and vibrant community life."
  2. 2

    A type of rural estate in Spain and Latin America, often featuring a main house and agricultural land.

    "Visitors to the hacienda enjoyed traditional meals made from ingredients grown on the property."

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The term 'hacienda' originates from the Spanish word 'hacer', meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It was used in the colonial period to refer to large estates or plantations in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in Latin America, where they served as centers of agricultural production and social life.

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