1. Large rural estates or ranches, especially in Spanish-speaking countries such as Argentina, Paraguay, or Spain.
Usage: Plural form of estancia; Commonly used in South American contexts, particularly Argentina
2. Rooms or chambers in a building; living quarters or dwelling spaces.
Usage: Archaic or regional usage; More common in historical or Spanish architectural contexts

Examples

• The estancias of Argentina are known for their cattle ranching and vast grasslands.
• Many wealthy families owned multiple estancias throughout the countryside.
• The estancia lifestyle shaped the culture of the gaucho in South America.
• These estancias have been passed down through generations of landowners.
• The estancias covered thousands of acres of fertile land.