Avellaneda
a city in E Argentina, near Buenos Aires.
Historical Examples
Any merit Avellaneda has is reflected from Cervantes, and he is too dull to reflect much.
The History of Don Quixote, Vol. I, Complete Miguel de Cervantes
Avellaneda was a graceful writer of lyrics in which there was feeling and melody but little depth of thought.
Modern Spanish Lyrics Various
But whatever Avellaneda and his book may be, we must not forget the debt we owe them.
The History of Don Quixote, Vol. I, Complete Miguel de Cervantes
Avellaneda is recognized as the foremost poet amongst the women of nineteenth-century Spain.
Modern Spanish Lyrics Various
President Avellaneda was frightened at the results of his action, and to avoid a collision ordered the troops to be withdrawn.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 Various
Avellaneda and his adherents had fixed upon General Roca as the next President.
The South American Republics Part I of II Thomas C. Dawson
It was evident that Avellaneda intended to choose his successor.
The South American Republics Part I of II Thomas C. Dawson
Avellaneda’s reason for this personal attack is obvious enough.
The History of Don Quixote, Vol. I, Complete Miguel de Cervantes
noun
a city in E Argentina, an industrial suburb of Buenos Aires. Pop: 328 980 (2001)
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