torero

Arena's final executioner

A torero is a bullfighter—someone who faces bulls in the ring as part of the Spanish tradition of bullfighting.

The term covers all participants in a bullfight, though in English it often refers specifically to the matador, the principal fighter who kills the bull.

The torero executed a graceful pass with his cape.

bullfighting

picador

Mounted bullfight lancer

muleta · espada

Spanish

Sevilla

Major Andalusian urban center

  • MadridSpain's governmental seat
  • corridaFormal Spanish bull contest
  • fiestaFestive public celebration

traje de luces · feria

bravery

valor

Courage in danger

audacity · gallantry · nerve · mettle · grit · composure · temple · casta

performance

pasodoble

Bullfight-inspired ballroom dance

flourish · choreography · showmanship · precision · ritual · pageantry · artistry · technique · ole · aplomb

arena

sand

Fine rock particles

Categories
Opposites
role in the bullfight

torerotoro

Prized tuna belly

bull · fighting bull · spectator · picador · aficionado

bravery and danger-seeking

torerocoward

Person lacking bravery

craven · poltroon

Family

toreador, toreros, toreadors

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Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G