cowboy
word
Definition
A cowboy is a man whose job is to ride horses and take care of cows, especially in the western US in the past. The word is also used more broadly for the traditional culture, clothes, and lifestyle connected with that image.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the American West and has a strong cultural image: hats, boots, horses, and ranch life. In modern usage, it can also describe someone who acts in a wild, rough, or careless way in phrases like 'cowboy builder' or 'cowboy attitude' in some varieties of English.
Example Sentences
My son wants to dress like a cowboy for the party.
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The cowboy rode his horse across the field.
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In the movie, the cowboy wears a big hat and boots.
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He grew up on a ranch and still has that quiet cowboy style.
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Don't go all cowboy on this project—we need a careful plan.
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She loves old cowboy songs and western movies.
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