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tauro-

  1. a combining form meaning “bull,” used in the formation of compound words:

    taurocholic.



tauro-

combining_form

  1. denoting a bull

    tauromachy



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Word History and Origins

Origin of tauro-1

Combining form representing Latin taurus, Greek taûros

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Word History and Origins

Origin of tauro-1

from Latin taurus bull, Greek tauros

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Example Sentences

There has been no comment from the mayor of Gioia Tauro, who recently was arrested.

But before that happens, we have to hope nothing goes wrong in Gioia Tauro.

Now then, Mr. Niblo; why should you not establish a Tauro-drome in the centre of civilization?

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