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Definition of bullring

bullring

/ˈbʊl.rɪŋ/
bull · ring
Plural:bullrings
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• noun

1

A circular open-air arena or amphitheater, surrounded by tiered seating, where bullfights are staged.

Example

"The historic bullring in Seville is now a popular architectural landmark visited by thousands of tourists each year."

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• Nearby Words

bullock
bulloo
bullpen
bullring
bullseye
bullshit
bullshitter

Word Origin & Etymology

Originally formed in the 17th century from 'bull' and 'ring' to denote a public enclosure in England where bull-baiting was staged, before later shifting in the 18th century to refer to a Spanish bullfighting arena.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bullring. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bullring
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