del toro

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• noun

A Spanish surname literally meaning 'of the bull', internationally recognized in English-speaking contexts largely due to prominent figures in cinema such as director Guillermo del Toro and actor Benicio del Toro.

Example

"The film festival organized a special retrospective focused entirely on the unique cinematic monsters designed by del Toro."

A geographical designation or part of a place name found in Spanish-speaking regions, most notably Bocas del Toro, an island province and archipelago in Panama.

Example

"During our trip to Central America, we took a water taxi between the pristine islands of Bocas del Toro."

Word Nuance & Usage

In English, 'del Toro' is primarily recognized as a prominent Spanish surname; when referring to specific individuals, the 'd' may be capitalized depending on the specific publication's style guide.