barrera
Americannoun
plural
barreras-
the wall, usually a red wooden fence, bordering a bullring.
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the first row of seats in a bullfight arena.
Etymology
Origin of barrera
First recorded in 1920–25; from Spanish: literally, “barrier,” equivalent to barr(a) + -era, ultimately from Latin -āria, feminine of noun suffix -ārius; bar 1, -ary
Example Sentences
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Campbell has been in every “Scream” installment except the most recent one released in 2023, which was then trying to reboot the series with a pair of sisters played by Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega.
From Los Angeles Times
After the protest, Barrera posted, “I see you,” with a red heart on her Instagram story.
From Los Angeles Times
Barrera’s co-star Jenna Ortega left the horror franchise the day after Spyglass’ announcement.
From Los Angeles Times
Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega led the sixth movie in lieu of Campbell, both of whom subsequently left the franchise in 2023.
From Los Angeles Times
The email, which is not dated or timestamped, is signed by Robert Barrera, an attorney who is representing the staffer’s husband.
From Salon
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