cowboy

• Nom désignant une personne, généralement à cheval, qui garde et s'occupe du bétail, surtout dans l'Ouest américain ; utilisé aussi pour un participant à un rodéo ou, familièrement, pour quelqu'un qui agit de manière téméraire ou 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.

   vacquier à cheval

   • 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.

   Synonymesbuckaroocowhandcowherdcowpokecowpuncherherdsmanvaquero

2. Rodeo performerB1formalamerican

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

   cowboy de rodéo

   • 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.

   Synonymesbroncobusterrodeo rider

3. Reckless personB2informal

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

   Personne imprudente

   • 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.

   Synonymesdaredevilhotheadmadcapmaniacroad hog