Novillo (en. Bull)
/noˈbiʎo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Young bovine animal, generally from one to two years old.
The bull was grazing peacefully in the field.
El novillo pastaba tranquilamente en el campo.
Uncastrated male bovine used for breeding or meat.
The bull we bought weighed 400 kilos.
El novillo que compramos pesó 400 kilos.
Can refer to a bull that has not yet been fed for slaughter.
The rancher cares about the well-being of the bull.
El ganadero se preocupa por el bienestar del novillo.
Etymology
From the Latin 'novillus', a diminutive of 'novus', meaning 'new'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pack animal
Bovine used for draft work.
novillo de carga
bullfighting bull
Bovine raised and trained for bullfighting.
novillo de lidia
domestic bull
Bovine raised at home or on small farms.
novillo doméstico
Related Words
calf
Young bovine, especially before reaching one year.
ternero
cow
Female bovine, usually adult.
vaca
ox
Castrated male bovine used as a draft animal.
buey
Slang Meanings
Affectionate term for referring to a friend or companion.
Hey, bull! How have you been?
¡Hola, novillo! ¿Cómo has estado?
Use of 'novillo' to refer to someone who is inexperienced in a topic.
You are a novice at this, let me help you.
Eres un novillo en esto, déjame ayudarte.