Synonyms for

Toro

Verb / ˈtɔ:rəʊ / Another word for toro — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Toro is a Spanish word that means 'bull' or 'male cow'.

Synonyms & similar words

bull steer ox cattle cow heifer taurus bovine bullock bison buffalo yak gaur moo-cow longhorn calf cowboy rancher herdsman

Synonyms by register

Formal

bull bovine male cattle

Informal

bull big boy stud

Literary

beast leviathan

Antonyms

calf cow heifer steer bullock young bull

Common collocations

  • young toro
  • breeding toro
  • prime toro
  • toro steak
  • toro meat
  • wild toro
  • domestic toro

Word family

noun toro

Usage note

Toro is the Spanish word for bull. It is often used in English to refer specifically to a bull raised for fighting or meat. While it can be used generally for any bull, context is important.

Example sentences

  1. The toro was angry and charged at the matador.
  2. The toro is usually larger than the female cow.
  3. The toro's horns are used for defense and to establish dominance.
  4. The toro is often used in bullfighting.
  5. The toro is a common symbol in Spanish culture.

Quotes

  • 'I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion.' - Alexander the Great
  • 'Never let your head hang down. Never give up and sit down and grieve. Find another way.' - Satchel Paige
  • 'The best way to predict your future is to create it.' - Abraham Lincoln

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