vaquero

/ˈvɑkəroʊ/ or /vɑˈkwɛroʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a cowboy, especially one from the southwestern United States, especially one from Texas

“The vaquero was known for his impressive horsemanship skills.”

2. noun

a member of a group of skilled riders, often used to herd cattle

“The vaqueros have been working on the ranch for years, keeping the cattle in line.”

3. proper noun

a person from Mexico, especially one who is a skilled horseman or cowboy

“The vaquero from Mexico was an expert in handling horses.”

Synonyms

  • cowboy
  • cowpoke
  • gaucho
  • rancher

Antonyms

  • city dweller
  • urban resident