Toreador: meaning, definitions and examples
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toreador
[ หtษหr.i.ษหdษหr ]
bullfighting role
A toreador is a bullfighter, typically one who engages in the formalized art of bullfighting, a traditional spectacle in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries. The toreador's role is to maneuver the bull with artistic grace while attempting to showcase bravery, skill, and agility. This profession is often associated with a strong cultural significance and historical heritage.
Synonyms
bullfighter, fighter, matador.
Examples of usage
- The toreador gracefully maneuvered around the bull.
- Many spectators cheered for the toreador's skill.
- The toreador wore a traditional costume during the fight.
Translations
Translations of the word "toreador" in other languages:
๐ต๐น toureador
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฐเฅเคกเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Torero
๐ฎ๐ฉ toreador
๐บ๐ฆ ัะพัะตะฐะดะพั
๐ต๐ฑ toreador
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฌใขใใผใซ
๐ซ๐ท torรฉador
๐ช๐ธ toreador
๐น๐ท toreador
๐ฐ๐ท ํฌ๋ ์๋๋ฅด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูุฑูุงุฏูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ toreador
๐ธ๐ฐ toreador
๐จ๐ณ ๆ็ๅฃซ
๐ธ๐ฎ toreador
๐ฎ๐ธ toreador
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะพัะตะฐะดะพั
๐ฌ๐ช แขแแ แแแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ toreador
๐ฒ๐ฝ toreador
Etymology
The term 'toreador' originates from the Spanish word 'torear', meaning 'to deal with bulls'. This word itself derives from 'toro', which translates to 'bull' in English. The concept of bullfighting has deep roots in Spanish culture, with its history tracing back to ancient times when bull-related rituals and contests were common. The modern interpretation of the role of a toreador evolved during the 18th century, becoming formalized as an essential part of the bullfighting tradition. Over time, the role has been romanticized in literature and art, depicting the toreador as both a hero and an artist, skilled in a dangerous yet culturally rich performance.