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    Banderillas (en. Banderillas)

    /bandeˈriʎas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Sticks that are thrust into the back of the bull during the fight.
    The matador placed the banderillas with great skill.
    El torero colocó las banderillas con gran destreza.
    Instrument that is part of the matador's suit of lights.
    The banderillas are fundamental to the art of bullfighting.
    Las banderillas son fundamentales para el arte de la lidia.

    Etymology

    From the diminutive of 'bandera', referring to the little flags that adorn the ends of the sticks.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to place banderillas
    Term that describes the act of sticking the banderillas into the bull.
    meter banderillas

    Related Words

    matador
    Person who is dedicated to bullfighting.
    torero
    bullfight
    Show in which bulls are fought.
    corrida

    Slang Meanings

    Use of banderillas as a gesture of bravery or challenge.
    That guy always throws down banderillas in discussions.
    Ese tipo siempre mete banderillas en las discusiones.