bellota

beʎˈota

Definitions

1. noun

A young, usually female, wild boar or a young male pig

“The park ranger was searching for a bellota in the dense forest.”

2. noun

A term used in Spanish bullfighting to describe a young bull, especially one that has not yet been castrated

“The bellota bull charged at the matador, but he dodged its attack.”

Synonyms

  • fawn
  • young boar

Antonyms

  • adult boar
  • mature bull