What is another word for corrida?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒɹɪdə] (IPA)

Corrida is a Spanish word that has two main meanings. The first is bulls running or "running of the bulls" which is a popular event in Spain. The second meaning is a bullfighting match, which is also a popular event in many Latin American countries. There are many synonyms for the word corrida such as bullfight, tauromachy, tauromachia, bull run, bull race, tauromachia, corrido, bullring etc. These synonyms are used to describe the same event of bullfighting or running with bulls. Some synonyms are more specific to a certain region or culture while others are more widely used. Whatever word is used, it illustrates the cultural significance and historical ties to this traditional form of entertainment.

Synonyms for Corrida:

What are the hypernyms for Corrida?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Corrida

Grand mass was over, and the next ceremony in order was a corrida de toros or bull-fight, to commence at ten o'clock.
"Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I."
John L. Stephens
The corrida had begun when we arrived on the ground, and the place was already thronged.
"Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I."
John L. Stephens
This was the last corrida of the fiesta, and some of the best bulls had been kept in reserve.
"Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I."
John L. Stephens

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