bullfighter

[bool-fahy-ter] / ˈbʊlˌfaɪ tər /

NOUN

matador

Synonyms

STRONG

banderillero picador toreador torero

WEAK

capeador tauridor tauromachian

Example Sentences

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Jake sends Brett off with the bullfighter Romero.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025

Producer Aimara Reques says becoming a bullfighter is "a romantic idea", adding: "That's what Borja is holding on to."

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2024

His father opened El Califa de León in 1956, naming it for a well-known bullfighter who happened to be a friend.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2024

Several people stopped to corral the animals, including a rodeo bullfighter and horse trainer couple.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2024

One time I said, “What do you think my bullfighter name would be, assuming I ever fought with a bull?”

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith