Toreador: meaning, definitions and examples

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toreador

 

[ หŒtษ”หr.i.ษ™หˆdษ”หr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น toureador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅ‰เคฐเฅ‡เคกเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Torero

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ toreador

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะพั€ะตะฐะดะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ toreador

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒฌใ‚ขใƒ‰ใƒผใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท torรฉador

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ toreador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท toreador

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํˆฌ๋ ˆ์•„๋„๋ฅด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูˆุฑูŠุงุฏูˆุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ toreador

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ toreador

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ–—็‰›ๅฃซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ toreador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ toreador

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพั€ะตะฐะดะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ toreador

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,004, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.