cowboy (n.)

  1. a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback

    [ Syn: cowpuncher , puncher , cowman , cattleman , cowpoke , cowhand , cowherd ]

  2. a performer who gives exhibitions of riding and roping and bulldogging

    [ Syn: rodeo rider ]

  3. someone who is reckless or irresponsible (especially in driving vehicles)

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