what is the definition of a cowboy?

Answer 1

people living in rural areas who raise cattle and like all things from the farm

Answer 2

Modern definition of a "cowboy" is some one who acts without thinking.

Answer 3

Slim? That sounds like a cowboy name. You already oughta know, right? :)

cow·boy
n.


A hired man, especially in the western United States, who tends cattle and performs many of his duties on horseback. Also called cowman, cowpoke, cowpuncher, also called regionally buckaroo, vaquero, waddy.

An adventurous hero.

Slang: A reckless person, such as a driver, pilot, or manager, who ignores potential risks.

Unfortunately, it has also come to refer to any redneck moron with a western hat and boots and a pick-up truck and who listens to country music and drinks light beer. (IMHO)

Answer 4

Main Entry: 1cow·boy
Pronunciation: -"boi
Function: noun
1 : one who tends cattle or horses; especially : a usually mounted cattle-ranch hand
2 : a rodeo performer
3 : one having qualities (as recklessness, aggressiveness, or independence) popularly associated with cowboys : as a : a reckless driver b : a business or businessperson operating in an uncontrolled or unregulated manner

Answer 5

The definition of a "cowboy" depends on what context you are using it in.

Answer 6

a redneck, hill billy person that wears cowboy boots and a cowboy hat and likes country music

Answer 7

Main Entry: cow£boy
Pronunciation: -ƒb•i
Function: noun
Date: 1623


1 : one who tends cattle or horses; especially : a usually mounted cattle-ranch hand
2 : a rodeo performer

Answer 8

Someone who has a farm and takes care of animals.

Answer 9

A person who herds cows/cattle.

Answer 10

someone you ride to save a horse. ;)