pəˈdjeɪə

Definitions

1. noun

A surname of Spanish origin, or a place or person associated with the surname, especially in reference to José Gervasio Artigas’ loyal aide, Juan Antonio de la Rosa y Padilla, or the American baseball player Juan Padilla, or the American baseball player Ruben Padilla, or the Puerto Rican musician and composer, Juan Luis Padilla.

“The city of Artigas’ loyal aide, Juan Antonio de la Rosa y Padilla, is located in Padilla, Uruguay.”

2. proper noun

Padilla, a town and municipality in the province of Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain.

“The town of Padilla, Spain, is known for its historic architecture.”