madrid

n. The capital city of Spain.

n. The capital city of Spain and the seat of the Spanish government.

“We spent three days in Madrid visiting the famous art museums.”

“Madrid is renowned for its vibrant nightlife and its collection of world-class art galleries, including the Prado Museum.”

n. The government of Spain.

n. A metonym for the Spanish national government or its central administration.

“Madrid announced new rules for travelers arriving from abroad.”

“The regional leaders waited for Madrid to issue a formal response regarding the proposed changes to the national budget.”

Formal

n. The area around the city of Madrid, which has its own local government.

n. The Community of Madrid, an autonomous community and province in central Spain.

“Many people live in the region of Madrid but work in the city center.”

“The Community of Madrid is one of the most densely populated autonomous communities in the Iberian Peninsula.”