cowboy

//ˈkaʊ.bɔɪ//
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Noun

cowboySingular
cowboysPlural
1

A person, typically a man, who herds and tends cattle, especially in the western United States, and who traditionally works on horseback.

The cowboy rode his horse across the ranch to check on the cattle.

2

A performer in a rodeo or Wild West show.

The cowboy performed amazing rope tricks at the Wild West show.

3

A reckless or unscrupulous person, especially in business or a profession.

Be careful of cowboy builders who do poor quality work.