goring
word · lemma: gore
Definition
Goring is a wound or injury caused when an animal, especially one with horns like a bull, pierces or attacks with its horn or tusk.
Usage & Nuances
Rare, formal, and often used in news reports or veterinary contexts. Most common in reference to bullfighting, farming accidents, or wildlife attacks. Not used for other types of stabbing injuries.
Example Sentences
The bull's goring left the matador with a serious injury.
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Farmers sometimes worry about goring accidents during cattle handling.
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Veterinarians treat goring wounds on wild animals if needed.
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Bullfighters face the risk of goring every time they enter the ring.
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After the goring, the animal became more aggressive and hard to approach.
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A freak goring shocked everyone at the small-town rodeo last weekend.
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