cowboy

• Sustantivo que designa a una persona, generalmente montada a caballo, que cuida y pastorea ganado vacuno, especialmente en el oeste de Estados Unidos; también se usa para referirse a un participante en rodeos o, de manera informal, a alguien que actúa de forma imprudente o irresponsable.

A noun referring to a person, typically on horseback, who herds and tends cattle, especially in the western US; also used for a performer in rodeo events or, informally, for someone who acts recklessly or irresponsibly.

1. Cattle herderA2formalamerican

   A person, typically on horseback, who is employed to tend and herd cattle, especially in the western United States.

   vaquero

   • The cowboy rode across the plains to round up the cattle.
   • He worked as a cowboy on a ranch in Texas.
   • Cowboys often wear wide-brimmed hats to protect themselves from the sun.

   Sinónimosbuckaroocowhandcowherdcowpokecowpuncherherdsmanvaquero

2. Rodeo performerB1formalamerican

   A performer who demonstrates skills in riding, roping, and other rodeo events.

   Vaqueros de rodeo

   • The cowboy won the bull-riding competition at the rodeo.
   • She is a famous cowboy known for her roping tricks.
   • Cowboys at the rodeo show off their riding and roping abilities.

   Sinónimosbroncobusterrodeo rider

3. Reckless personB2informal

   A person who behaves in a reckless or irresponsible manner, especially while driving.

   Conductor temerario

   • That driver is a real cowboy, weaving through traffic without any caution.
   • Don't be a cowboy on the road; follow the speed limits.
   • He acted like a cowboy during the race, taking dangerous risks.

   Sinónimosdaredevilhotheadmadcapmaniacroad hog