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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBullfighter
/ˈbʌl.faɪ.tər/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A person who participates in the sport of bullfighting, typically performing in a bullring.
"The bullfighter demonstrated remarkable skill and bravery during the event." - 2
An individual trained in the art of bullfighting, often recognized for their flamboyant style and techniques.
"The renowned bullfighter captivated the audience with his dramatic performance."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'bullfighter' originates from the combination of 'bull', derived from the Old English 'bula', and 'fighter', from the Old English 'feohtan', meaning to engage in combat. The word has evolved to specifically refer to individuals who participate in the traditional Spanish spectacle of bullfighting, a practice that dates back to the 18th century.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Bullfighter" is said worldwide
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torero
Transliteration: toh-reh-roh
"Le torero a montré une grande habileté dans l'arène."
Stierkämpfer
Transliteration: shteer-kem-fer
"Der Stierkämpfer beeindruckte das Publikum mit seinem Mut."
torero
Transliteration: toh-reh-roh
"Il torero ha eseguito una performance straordinaria."
torero
Transliteration: toh-reh-roh
"El torero demostró su valentía en la plaza."
toureador
Transliteration: toh-rah-dor
"O toureador encantou a plateia com sua habilidade."
बैल लड़ाई करने वाला
Transliteration: bail ladaai karne wala
"बैल लड़ाई करने वाला अपनी कला में माहिर है।"
斗牛士
Transliteration: dòu niú shì
"斗牛士在斗牛场上展示了他的技巧。"
투우사
Transliteration: tuusa
"투우사는 관중을 매료시켰습니다."
闘牛士
Transliteration: tōgyūshi
"闘牛士はその技術で観客を魅了しました。"
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