Cuadrillero

/kwɑːdriːˈjeɪroʊ/ noun

Definition

A member of a cuadrilla; a bullfighter or laborer who works as part of an organized team or squad.

Etymology

Spanish agent noun formed from 'cuadrilla' plus '-ero' (agent suffix), literally meaning 'one who belongs to a cuadrilla.'

Kelly Says

Spanish uses '-ero' to create job titles from groups—a 'cuadrillero' is someone whose job is being in a 'cuadrilla,' showing how language builds specialized vocabulary for specific professions.

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