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goring

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Noun — A wound caused by being pierced with a horn, especially in bullfighting.

Synonyms

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Etymology

From Old English Garingas (“people of Gara”), a short form of the various compound names with the first element gār (“spear, arrow, dart”).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “goring” mean?

The word “goring” means a wound caused by being pierced with a horn, especially in bullfighting. In plain terms, either the act/wound of being gored, or a diagonally-cut panel of fabric.

How do you use “goring” in a sentence?

Here is “goring” used in a sentence: “The matador survived a serious goring in his final season.”

What part of speech is “goring”?

“Goring” is a noun.

How many meanings does “goring” have?

“Goring” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a wound caused by being pierced with a horn, especially in bullfighting.

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