noun
veronica
A bullfighting move in which a cape is drawn slowly past the body to guide a charging bull.
The matador performs a veronica, slowly drawing the cape past his body.
Etymology
The bullfighting move is named after Veronica, traditionally depicted holding out a cloth. The cape's presentation evokes that familiar image.
More examples
- She practices the veronica with a cape before entering the ring.
- The crowd applauds after three smooth veronicas.
- During the veronica, the bull follows the cape past the matador.
Forms
veronica · veronicas
Similar words
- pass
- A broader term for guiding a bull with a cape.