zorro
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈzɔˌɹoʊ// zor·ro
n. a famous character in stories who is a fast, clever thief who wears a mask and a black cape. He is known for being a hero who helps the poor.
n. a fictional character in literature and film, typically depicted as a masked outlaw who uses his wit and agility to combat injustice. The name is Spanish for 'fox'.
The children love watching the movie about Zorro.
In many classic Western films, Zorro is portrayed as a nobleman who disguises himself to protect the innocent.
The legend of Zorro has evolved from a 19th-century Spanish novel into a global cultural icon representing the archetype of the masked vigilante.
Borrowed from Spanish zorro.