pre-Hispanic

adjective

pre-His·​pan·​ic ˌprē-(h)i-ˈspa-nik How to pronounce pre-Hispanic (audio)
: of, relating to, or being the time prior to Spanish conquests in the western hemisphere

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Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya — Mexico A Caribbean escape to the Conrad Tulum boasts the Conrad Spa Tulum, where the spa menu is inspired by the legends of Mayan gods, and rituals inspired by the local culture and traditions of the pre-Hispanic culture. Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 The structure appears to be part of a pre-Hispanic settlement named San Miguel, which has been cataloged and reported to the INAH's Public Register of Archaeological and Historic Monuments and Zones. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024 The holiday festivities trace its roots to the 20-day pre-Hispanic Mexica festival known as Panquetzaliztli, and was co-opted by Jesuit priests in New Spain (now Mexico) to convert Indigenous communities. Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024 Drawing on a legacy that spans pre-Hispanic artistry and Spanish influence, Senosiain has been able to experiment boldly with forms inspired by craft, painting, and engraving, among other elements. Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pre-Hispanic 

Word History

First Known Use

1919, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pre-Hispanic was in 1919

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“Pre-Hispanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pre-Hispanic. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

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pre-Hispanic

adjective
pre-His·​pan·​ic
ˌprē-(h)i-ˈspan-ik
: of, relating to, or being the time prior to Spanish conquests in the western hemisphere
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