mechanical bull

American  

[muh-kan-ik-uhl bool] / məˈkæn ɪk əl ˈbʊl /

noun

1. a device that simulates the experience of riding on a bucking bull or horse, used for amusement, with the objective of staying on for as long as possible.

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mechanical bull

You’ll see a plaza in front of you, and around you places to ride a mechanical bull, go bowling, navigate an escape room or take in a concert.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2025

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of its founding, Asylum Motorcycle Club members decked out the Escondite with a mechanical bull and DJ equipment, a Los Angeles Police Department detective wrote in the affidavit.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2025

In July 2023, a large mechanical bull named after Osbourne was unveiled in New Street Station.

From BBC ● Jan. 28, 2025

A night after a raucous late-night celebration that saw outfielder Brandon Marsh ride a mechanical bull, designated hitter Kyle Schwarber, third baseman Alec Bohm, catcher J.T.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 27, 2023

“Surround him!” the king yelled, “Save the horses!”— and suddenly I knew I was dealing with no dull mechanical bull but with thinking creatures, pattern makers, the most dangerous things I’d ever met.

From "Grendel" by John Gardner