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Synonyms for plaza


Grammar : Noun
Spell : plah-zuh, plaz-uh
Phonetic Transcription : ˈplɑ zə, ˈplæz ə



Définition of plaza

Origin :
  • 1830, from Spanish plaza "square, place," from Vulgar Latin *plattia, from Latin platea "courtyard, broad street" (see place (n.)).
  • noun central location, spot
Example sentences :
  • The garrison was drawn out in the Plaza to be reviewed by their commander.
  • Extract from : « Gomez Arias » by Joaqun Telesforo de Trueba y Coso
  • In the Plaza de Armas there stands a fine monument to the memory of Hidalgo.
  • Extract from : « Aztec Land » by Maturin M. Ballou
  • Zacatecas has its plaza; all Spanish and Mexican towns have one.
  • Extract from : « Aztec Land » by Maturin M. Ballou
  • The plaza, the market-place, and the cathedral are each worthy of note.
  • Extract from : « Aztec Land » by Maturin M. Ballou
  • The Plaza Mayor in every Mexican city is not only the central park, but also the central idea.
  • Extract from : « Aztec Land » by Maturin M. Ballou
  • The plaza is also shaded by thick clusters of ornamental trees.
  • Extract from : « Aztec Land » by Maturin M. Ballou
  • To bring the animals to the plaza, and pack for the trail all the provisions found there.
  • Extract from : « The Treasure Trail » by Marah Ellis Ryan
  • Tula arose, and went before them across the plaza to the door of the chapel.
  • Extract from : « The Treasure Trail » by Marah Ellis Ryan
  • He lodged with Anzani, the universal storekeeper, on the Plaza Mayor.
  • Extract from : « Nostromo: A Tale of the Seaboard » by Joseph Conrad
  • All that side of the Plaza had been burnt; used to be colonnaded before.
  • Extract from : « Nostromo: A Tale of the Seaboard » by Joseph Conrad

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