1. Mounted bullfighters armed with lances who weaken and tire the bull during the early stages of a bullfight.
Usage: plural of picador; Spanish origin; used in bullfighting contexts

Examples

• The picadores entered the arena on horseback, preparing for their role in the bullfight.
• During the first act, the picadores used their lances to test the bull's strength and aggression.
• The skill of the picadores is essential to the traditional structure of Spanish bullfighting.
• Spectators watched as the picadores maneuvered their horses to avoid the charging bull.
• In modern bullfighting, the role of the picadores remains controversial among animal welfare advocates.