Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hacienda
noun
/ˌhasiˈen(d)ə/
Definition
A large estate or ranch in Spanish-speaking countries, often used for farming or raising livestock.
Examples
- The hacienda was surrounded by vast fields of crops.
- Many haciendas have been converted into luxury hotels.
- During the colonial period, haciendas were centers of commerce and politics.
Meaning
Hacienda refers to a substantial property, typically a farm or estate, that is part of the agricultural heritage in Latin America and Spain.
Synonyms
- plantation
- estate
- ranch
