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- spanish guinea/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ˈɡɪn.i/A historical Spanish colonial territory in Central Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea, which later became Equatorial Guinea.nounLow
- spanish guitar/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ɡɪˈtɑː(r)/A type of acoustic guitar originating in Spain, characterized by nylon strings and a wide neck, used primarily for classical and flamenco music.nounB2
- spanish heel/ˌspænɪʃ ˈhiːl/A style of high heel on women's shoes characterised by a narrow, often curved or flared shape that adds height and elegance.nounC1
- spanish inquisition/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ɪŋˈkwɪz.ɪʃ.ən/A historical institution (1478–1834) established by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain to maintain Catholic orthodoxy and suppress heresy, particularly targeting converted Jews and Muslims.nounC2
- spanish iris/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ˈaɪ.rɪs/A bulbous perennial flowering plant (Iris xiphium) native to the Iberian Peninsula and northwest Africa, known for its showy, colorful flowers that bloom in late spring.nounLow
- spanish jasmine/ˈspæn.ɪʃ ˈdʒæz.mɪn/A species of jasmine plant, Jasminum grandiflorum, known for its fragrant white flowers.nounlow
- spanish mackerel/ˌspænɪʃ ˈmæk(ə)rəl/A medium-sized, fast-swimming fish of the mackerel family, with silvery sides and often dark vertical bars or spots.nounLow
- spanish main/ˌspænɪʃ ˈmeɪn/Historically, the mainland coast of Spanish America around the Caribbean Sea, particularly from the Isthmus of Panama to the mouth of the Orinoco River, that was a target for pirates and privateers in the 16th–18th centuries.nounVery low frequency (archaic/historical term)
- spanish moroccan/ˈspæn.ɪʃ məˈrɒk.ən/A person of mixed Spanish and Moroccan heritage or nationality, or something relating to both Spain and Morocco.adjectivenounLow
- spanish morocco/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ˈmɒr.ək.əʊ/A historical geopolitical term referring to the Spanish colonial protectorate in northern Morocco and the enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla, established after the Franco-Spanish Treaty of 1912 and lasting until Moroccan independence in 1956.nounC2 - Very low frequency (historical/political/geographical specialist term)
- spanish moss/ˌspænɪʃ ˈmɒs/A grayish-green epiphytic bromeliad (Tillandsia usneoides) that hangs in long, hair-like strands from tree branches, primarily in the southeastern United States and tropical America.nounLow
- spanish needles/ˈspænɪʃ ˈniːdəlz/A common name for plants in the genus Bidens, especially Bidens pilosa, known for their small, barbed seeds that cling to clothing and animal fur.nounLow
- spanish omelet/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ˈɒm.lət/A thick omelet made with eggs, potatoes, and usually onions, cooked slowly in olive oil.nounMedium-High (Common culinary term)
- spanish omelette/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ˈɒm.lət/A thick omelette made with eggs, potatoes, and often onion, cooked slowly in oil.nounmedium
- spanish onion/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ˈʌn.jən/A large, mild-flavoured variety of onion with yellow or brown skin, typically used raw in salads or for cooking.nounB1
- spanish oyster plant/ˌspænɪʃ ˈɔɪstə plɑːnt/A plant species, often Salsola soda or similar, known for its edible qualities and use in cuisine.nounVery low
- spanish paprika/ˌspæn.ɪʃ ˈpæp.rɪ.kə/A ground spice made from dried, smoked red peppers, originating from Spain, used to add flavour and colour to food.nounB1
- spanish peaks/ˈspæn.ɪʃ piːks/A place name, specifically referring to a mountain range, notable mountain(s), or geographical feature with 'Spanish' in its name.plural-nounLow (C2)
- spanish rice/ˈspænɪʃ raɪs/A dish of rice cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices, often colored with saffron or turmeric.nounMedium
- spanish river/ˈspæn.ɪʃ/Relating to Spain, its people, or its language.nounA1
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