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Meaning of cowboy

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

cowboy

Pronunciation:/ˈkaʊˌbɔɪ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A man who tends free-range cattle, especially in the American West.

  2. A man who identifies with cowboy culture, including wearing a cowboy hat and being a fan of country and western music.

  3. A person who engages in reckless behavior, especially for the purpose of showing off.

  4. A dishonest and/or incompetent independent tradesman.

verb

Definitions

  1. To work as a cowboy, herding cattle.