madrid
Definition
Proper noun 1. The capital city of Spain: Madrid is the primary city and administrative center of the country of Spain, located in the geographical center of the Iberian Peninsula. 2. A major European cultural and political hub: The city is known as a seat of government, a center for arts and finance, and is home to renowned institutions.
Usage Examples
- As the capital:
- Madrid is a vibrant European capital with a rich history.
- The government of Spain is based in Madrid.
- As a cultural and geographical reference:
- We flew into Madrid before traveling to other parts of Spain.
- The Prado Museum in Madrid houses an incredible collection of art.
Advanced Usage
- "Madrid-based": Used as a compound adjective to describe something originating or headquartered in the city.
- She works for a Madrid-based financial company.
- In geopolitical or sports contexts, "Madrid" can represent the institutions or teams from the city.
- The negotiations involved officials from Madrid and the regional government.
Variants and Related Words
- Madrileño/Madrileña (noun/adjective): A person from Madrid, or something relating to Madrid.
- The Madrileño tradition of eating tapas late at night is famous.
- Madridista (noun): A supporter of the Real Madrid football club.
Synonyms
- The Spanish capital
- The capital of Spain
Related Phrases
- City of Madrid: A formal or descriptive phrase emphasizing its urban character.
- The City of Madrid hosts numerous international conferences.
- Community of Madrid: Refers to the larger autonomous community surrounding the city.
- The population of the Community of Madrid is over 6 million.
Noun
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the capital and largest city situated centrally in Spain; home of an outstanding art museum
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