estancia

noun

es·​tan·​cia e-ˈstän(t)s-(ˌ)yä How to pronounce estancia (audio)
: a South American cattle ranch or stock farm

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The actual land of Uruguay cradles vineyards, working estancias (ranches), and rustic-luxe wine lodges, giving visitors plenty to see and do. Olivia Schellenberg, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2024 An exciting itinerary might include a relaxing whale-watching cruise and staying overnight at a working estancia. Jeaninne Sanz Bernay, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2024 At asados on the estancia, garden-fresh vegetables are served with sparkling wines. Christine Chitnis, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2023 Fun fact: The late David Rockefeller used to visit the estancia every year for his birthday. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 May 2024 Original artwork can be found in all the rooms — some have charcoal drawings of horses, referencing Argentina’s estancia culture, as well as contemporary art from Cristián Mohaded, an award-winning Argentine artist. Nora Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2024 And yet, with its white trim and signage, the building is more reminiscent of an Argentinean estancia. Rebecca Rose, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2023 Experiencing an authentic Patagonian asado is a must-do at one of the estancias. Nora Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 5 June 2023 The estancia, which now welcomes visitors from across the globe, has been in the family for over 250 years. Christine Chitnis, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2023

Word History

Etymology

American Spanish, from Spanish, stay, room, from Vulgar Latin *stantia — more at stance

First Known Use

1704, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of estancia was in 1704

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“Estancia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/estancia. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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