alcayde (Meaning)

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alcayde (n.)

A commander of a castle or fortress among the Spaniards, Portuguese, and Moors.

The warden, or keeper of a jail.

Same as Alcaid.

Synonyms & Antonyms of alcayde

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alcayde Sentence Examples

  1. The alcayde of the fortress was responsible for its defense and strategic planning.
  2. As the alcayde of the town, he played a crucial role in maintaining order and justice.
  3. The council sought the advice of the alcayde on matters of security and public safety.
  4. The alcayde presided over the meeting, discussing plans for the upcoming festival.
  5. The medieval castle had a well-respected alcayde who was known for his leadership skills.
  6. Local legends spoke of the wise alcayde who protected the village from invaders.
  7. The alcayde's residence, perched atop the hill, overlooked the entire town.
  8. The alcayde was known for his fair and just decisions in resolving disputes.
  9. During times of conflict, the alcayde led the townspeople in defending their homes.
  10. The alcayde's authority extended to matters of trade and commerce within the town walls.

FAQs About the word alcayde

A commander of a castle or fortress among the Spaniards, Portuguese, and Moors., The warden, or keeper of a jail., Same as Alcaid.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The alcayde of the fortress was responsible for its defense and strategic planning.

As the alcayde of the town, he played a crucial role in maintaining order and justice.

The council sought the advice of the alcayde on matters of security and public safety.

The alcayde presided over the meeting, discussing plans for the upcoming festival.