noun
- A group or team of bullfighters who work together in a bullfight, typically consisting of a matador and his assistants.
- A group of people working together; a crew or band.
Usage: Spanish origin; used in bullfighting contexts
Usage: general use; Spanish loanword
Examples
- The matador's cuadrilla assisted him throughout the bullfight.
- A cuadrilla of workers arrived early to prepare the arena.
- The famous bullfighter assembled his best cuadrilla for the competition.
- The cuadrilla worked in perfect coordination during the performance.
- Each member of the cuadrilla had a specific role to play.