Toro

/ˈtɔroʊ/ noun

Definition

A bull, especially used in Spanish bullfighting; also a name or brand term.

Etymology

From Spanish 'toro' meaning 'bull,' derived from Latin 'taurus.' The word is associated with Spanish culture and the tradition of bullfighting, where the toro is the central animal.

Kelly Says

In Spanish culture, the toro represents both power and danger, but in modern Spain, bullfighting has become increasingly controversial, with animal rights activists fighting to end the tradition—showing how cultural symbols change meaning as society's values evolve.

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