Definitions

1. noun

a Spanish word meaning ‘grove’ or ‘wood’ and used to name several places, including the famous Alamo Mission in San Antonio, Texas, and a famous battle fought there in 1836.

“The Alamo is a historic site in Texas where a pivotal battle took place in the Texas Revolution.”

2. proper noun

the Alamo Mission in San Antonio, Texas, where a famous battle took place in 1836.

“The defenders of the Alamo fought bravely against the Mexican army in 1836.”

3. verb

to defend something fiercely, especially in a hopeless situation, as the defenders of the Alamo did in 1836.

“The people of the town will alamo against the invading army.”