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matador

ma·ta·dor

UK/ˈma.tə.dɔː/ US/ˈmæ.tə.dɔɹ/ uncommon

noun

1.

the principal bullfighter who is appointed to make the final passes and kill the bull

Origin

Borrowed from Spanish matador (“killer”). Used in the English language as title for a bullfighter, however referred to as a torero in Spain.

Phrases

  • bull ring

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Broader terms

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