hacienda

/ˌhæsɪˈɛndə/

Definitions

1. noun

A large estate or ranch, especially in Latin America, often associated with a wealthy owner or family.

“The hacienda had been in the family for generations, sprawling across thousands of acres of fertile land.”

2. noun

A style of architecture or building design, especially in Spanish colonial or Mexican-American architecture.

“The hacienda-style house on the outskirts of town featured a grand courtyard and ornate tile work.”

3. verb

To manage or run a large estate or ranch.

“He haciendas several large ranches in the state, known for his expertise in cattle breeding.”

Synonyms

  • estate
  • ranch

Antonyms

  • shantytown
  • tenement