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Pizarro

Noun

A Spanish surname that is derived from the Basque word "pizar," meaning "slate."

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Sense 1:

A popular surname in Spanish-speaking countries.

Example sentence: Maria Pizarro always takes pride in her family name.

Sense 2:

Francisco Pizarro, the famous Spanish conquistador who conquered the Inca Empire.

Example sentence: Pizarro led the Spanish expedition that resulted in the fall of the Inca Empire.

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Sense 3:

A neighborhood or street named after Francisco Pizarro.

Example sentence: The historical downtown includes Pizarro Street, paying homage to the conqueror.

Verb

To pounce or attack suddenly.

Example sentence: The cheetah will pizarro its prey with lightning speed.

Adjective

Local or specific to the region of Pizarro.

Example sentence: The festival showcased traditional Pizarro cuisine and music.