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Vocabulary Entry
cowboy
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A person, typically in the western United States, who herds and tends cattle, often on horseback, and is associated with a certain lifestyle and culture.
Example Sentences
"The cowboy rode across the open plains."
"Many cowboys wear hats and boots."
"The cowboy gave the cattle a good home."
V
verb
To behave or act in a bold or reckless manner, often with an element of showmanship.
Example Sentences
"He likes to cowboy his way through the race."
"You shouldn't cowboy it too much, or you might get hurt."
"She tends to cowboy when she’s playing in the playground."