bronco

/ˈbrɒŋkoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of wild or feral horse, especially one that has escaped or been released from domestication.

“The cowboy rode the bronco across the open plains.”

2. noun

A type of horse, especially one of the breed developed from feral horses and used for riding, especially in rodeos.

“At the rodeo, the bronco rider showed off his skills by staying on the bucking horse for eight seconds.”

3. proper noun

A brand of vehicle, especially an off-road vehicle, manufactured by Ford.

“He drove his Ford Bronco to the beach.”

4. verb

To ride or handle a bronco.

“The cowboy learned how to bronco a wild mustang at the riding school.”

Synonyms

  • mustang
  • wild horse

Antonyms

  • domesticated
  • tame