Arrayals

/ˌærəˈjɑːlz/ noun

Definition

Plural of arrayal; multiple temporary settlements, military camps, or gathering places.

Etymology

The plural form of 'arrayal,' maintaining the Spanish colonial terminology for referring to several encampments or temporary settlements throughout a region.

Kelly Says

Historical documents from the Spanish conquest describe how conquistadors established networks of arrayals across the Americas—these camps were literally the infrastructure that made colonial expansion possible.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.