bullfighting

noun

bull·​fight·​ing ˈbu̇l-ˌfī-tiŋ How to pronounce bullfighting (audio)
 also  ˈbəl-
: the action involved in a bullfight

Examples of bullfighting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Francis has not publicly spoken out against bullfighting but has made protection of the environment a central part of his papacy. Christopher Lamb and Catherine Nicholls, CNN, 7 Aug. 2024 Colombia joins a wave of countries that have banned bullfighting and Kazakhstan strengthens protections against domestic violence. Cameron Pugh, The Christian Science Monitor, 22 July 2024 Several Mexican states already limit or curtail bullfighting, while ranchers and businessmen claim their rights are violated by not allowing the practice. Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 28 Jan. 2024 Furthermore, Ferruccio was a big fan of Spanish bullfighting, which is why the logo captures the moment before the beast springs forth. Sean Evans, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bullfighting 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1753, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bullfighting was circa 1753

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“Bullfighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bullfighting. Accessed 12 Oct. 2024.

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