1. a traditional spectacle in which a matador confronts and usually kills a bull in an arena

Examples

• The bullfight drew thousands of spectators to the arena.
• Many tourists visit Spain to see a traditional bullfight.
• The matador displayed great skill during the bullfight.
• Animal rights activists protested outside the bullfight.
• She found the bullfight too violent to watch.
• The bullfight is considered an art form by some and cruelty by others.