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Santander

[ sahn-tahn-der ]

noun

  1. Fran·cis·co de Pau·la [f, r, ahn-, sees, -kaw , th, e , pou, -lah], 1792–1840, South American soldier and statesman: president of New Granada 1832–37.
  2. a seaport in N Spain: Altamira prehistoric cave drawings nearby.


Santander

/ santanˈdɛr /

noun

  1. a port and resort in N Spain, on an inlet of the Bay of Biscay: noted for its prehistoric collection from nearby caves; shipyards and an oil refinery. Pop: 184 778 (2003 est)


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The unexplained story is the large and reputable organizations damaged, like HSBC, RBS, Santander, BNP Paribas, Nomura, and so on.

Santander had, from the commencement of the revolution, dedicated himself with enthusiastic constancy to the cause of his country.

In Casanare, the president formed a junction with the division of Santander, two thousand strong.

Arms were sent to General Santander, who was endeavouring to raise a division in Casanare.

Santander, another South American hero, was also a disciple, and encouraged the study of Bentham.

Bolivar and Santander were both relected for a second term, commencing on the 1st of January, 1827.

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