Santander

San·tan·der

[sahn-tahn-der]
noun
1.
Fran·cis·co de Pau·la [frahn-sees-kaw the 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.
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Santander (Spanish santanˈdɛr) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
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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