tercio
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One of the three parts of a bullfight with its own rules and actions
- noun
- /ˈtɜrsiˌoʊ/
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tercio
- The first tercio of the bullfight is known as the tercio de varas.
Examples
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During the second tercio, the matador observes the bull's behavior closely.
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Each tercio in a bullfight has its own traditions and rules.
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The first tercio is crucial.
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The tercio is exciting!
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The first tercio of a bullfight allows the picadors to weaken the bull's strength.
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Each tercio in a bullfight focuses on different aspects of the performance.
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During the final tercio, the matador showcases his skill with the cape.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Tercio comes from the Latin tertius meaning 'third', and in a bullfight it is one of the three stages, so it literally means 'a third' of the event.
