Corrida (Noun)
Meaning
A Spanish or Portuguese or Latin American spectacle; a matador baits and (usually) kills a bull in an arena before many spectators.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The smell of smoke and sweat filled the air during the intense corrida at the Madrid stadium.
- The crowd gasped in unison as the matador expertly executed a pass during the second corrida of the evening.
- As the corrida drew to a close, the audience began to chant for an encore performance from the skilled matador.
- Corrida – a tradition rooted in ancient Spain – is still enjoyed by locals and tourists alike today.
- Both matadors were allowed to participate in the final corrida of the season, thanks to a special exception made by the venue administrators.