Cockfighting: meaning, definitions and examples
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cockfighting
[ ˈkɒkfaɪtɪŋ ]
sporting event
Cockfighting is a blood sport between two roosters, which are specially bred and trained to fight each other. The birds are usually placed in a pit or an arena where spectators can watch the fight. This practice has a long history, dating back thousands of years, and has been associated with gambling and various cultural traditions in different parts of the world. The legality of cockfighting varies widely, with it being illegal in many countries due to concerns about animal cruelty. Despite this, it still occurs in some regions as part of local customs and traditions.
Synonyms
bird fighting, rooster fighting.
Examples of usage
- The local community held a cockfighting event last weekend.
- Cockfighting is illegal in many places due to animal welfare laws.
- He grew up watching cockfighting at local fairs.
- The rooster was trained for several months before the big cockfighting match.
Translations
Translations of the word "cockfighting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 luta de galo
🇮🇳 मुर्गा लड़ाई
🇩🇪 Hahnenkampf
🇮🇩 adu ayam
🇺🇦 півнячі бої
🇵🇱 walka kogutów
🇯🇵 闘鶏 (とうけい)
🇫🇷 combat de coqs
🇪🇸 peleas de gallos
🇹🇷 horoz dövüşü
🇰🇷 닭 싸움
🇸🇦 قتال الدجاج
🇨🇿 kohoutí zápasy
🇸🇰 zápasy kohútov
🇨🇳 斗鸡
🇸🇮 boji petelinov
🇮🇸 hænabardaga
🇰🇿 тақырды төбелес
🇬🇪 ქათმის ბრძოლა
🇦🇿 toyuq döyüşü
🇲🇽 pelea de gallos
Etymology
The term 'cockfighting' has its origins in the combination of two words: 'cock,' an informal term for a male bird, specifically a rooster, and 'fighting,' which describes the act of engaging in combat. Cockfighting as an activity traces back to ancient civilizations, where it was practiced as a form of entertainment and sport. Archaeological evidence suggests that the practice existed in regions such as India and the Mediterranean over 2,000 years ago. Roosters were bred for their aggressive traits, and various cultures developed specific techniques and rules to govern the fights. As the sport spread globally, it took on different cultural significances and forms, leading to its entrenched presence in many traditional practices. However, the modern perception of animal rights and welfare has led to increased scrutiny and legal restrictions surrounding cockfighting, categorizing it as a form of animal cruelty in many jurisdictions. Despite this, the sport continues to exist covertly in various forms, illustrating the complex interplay between tradition, culture, and evolving ethical standards.