bullfighting

/ˈbʊlˌfaɪ.tɪŋ/

BƱLFAꞮ · tɪŋ (2 syllables)

English Noun Top 39,644

Definition

A traditional spectacle, popular in Spain and many former Spanish colonies, in which a matador manipulates and ultimately kills a bull at close range.

Etymology

From bull + fighting.

Example Sentences

"In Portugal, Spain, Southern France and some Latin American countries, bulls are used in the sport of bullfighting."