haciendas
/ˌhæsiˈɛndəz/
NOUN
1. Large rural estates or homesteads
Large country properties, especially in regions influenced by Spanish colonial culture, typically consisting of extensive land and a substantial residence.
1.1. Large agricultural or ranching estates
Extensive rural properties used for agriculture, livestock raising, or other estate activities, often including a principal residence.
Synonyms
- estates
- homesteads
- country estates
- countryseats
- great houses
Examples
- Wealthy landowners managed vast agricultural estates with multiple haciendas.
- The region is known for its historic colonial haciendas.
- The old photographs captured daily life on the Mexican haciendas in the nineteenth century.
Related Words
1.2. Large country residences
The substantial houses or residential buildings associated with traditional rural estates, often featuring Spanish colonial architectural elements.
Synonyms
- country houses
- manor houses
- mansions
- villas
- great houses
Examples
- Visitors marveled at the ornate architecture of the Spanish-inspired haciendas.
- The countryside was dotted with picturesque haciendas surrounded by rolling hills.
- Several historic haciendas have been restored as country residences.
Related Words
- residences
- dwellings
- abodes
- domiciles
- countryseats
- colonial architecture