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bullring

American  
[bool-ring] / ˈbʊlˌrɪŋ /

noun

  1. an arena for a bullfight.

bullring British  
/ ˈbʊlˌrɪŋ /

noun

  1. an arena for bullfighting

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Etymology

Origin of bullring

First recorded in 1600–10; bull 1 + ring 1

Example Sentences

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The ghost of young matador Pedro Romero, the quiet center of Jake’s storm, waits on the bullring sand.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025

All of which makes “Afternoons of Solitude” — despite its reflective-sounding title — practically an action film for Serra, whenever longtime cinematographer Artur Tort’s camera captures the business of the bullring.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 18, 2025

“You see? Heavy tight dresses like this are made for the festivals at the bullring in Seville city,” she explained.

From New York Times • May 8, 2023

People can be treated directly by Spanish Red Cross medics or in the bullring surgery area.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2022

By the time the bullring was out of sight behind them, it was dusk.

From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty

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