Bullfights

/ˈbʊlˌfaɪts/ noun

Definition

Plural of 'bullfight': traditional spectacles originating in Spain where matadors confront and kill bulls in an arena.

Etymology

From 'bullfight' (bull + fight), a compound that emerged in the Spanish tradition and was adopted into English. The tradition has roots in ancient bull-worship rituals.

Kelly Says

Bullfighting is called 'el arte' (the art) in Spain, but it's increasingly controversial—Catalonia banned it in 2010 when even some Spaniards recognized it as cruel rather than cultural!

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