Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the bull
Noun
/ðə bʊl/
Definition
A term often used to refer to a male bovine animal, particularly one that is not castrated and is primarily raised for breeding.
Examples
- The bull charged at the matador during the corrida.
- Farmers often keep a bull for breeding purposes.
- In finance, a ‘bull market’ refers to a period of rising stock prices.
Meaning
The bull is an adult male of cattle species, known for its strength and prominent physical features. In various cultures, bulls are associated with power, vitality, and fertility.
Synonyms
- Stallion
- Bovine male
- Beef bull
