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Cayuse: meaning, definitions and examples

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cayuse

 

[ หˆkaษชjuหs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

livestock animal

Cayuse refers to a small, rugged horse, particularly one of a breed originating from Native American culture. These horses are well-known for their endurance, agility, and ability to thrive in rough terrain. Often associated with the plains and western landscapes, cayuses were invaluable to Native American tribes for transportation and hunting. Today, the term is sometimes used to refer to any small horse not of a specific breed.

Synonyms

horse, pony, steed

Examples of usage

  • The cowboy rode his cayuse across the open plains.
  • Cayuses are often used in rodeos for their agility.
  • Many Native Americans relied on cayuses for hunting.
  • The cayuse was known for its stamina during long journeys.

Translations

Translations of the word "cayuse" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cavalo selvagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅ‹เคกเคผเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pferd

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kuda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั–ะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ koล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cheval

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caballo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท at

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุตุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kลฏลˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kรดลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฉฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ konj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hestur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถั‹ะปา›ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช horse

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ at

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caballo

Word origin

The term 'cayuse' originates from the Cayuse tribe of Native Americans, who were known for their skillful horsemanship. The word is derived from the Spanish language, which was influenced by the indigenous languages of the region. The Cayuse horse was essential to their way of life, utilized for transportation, hunting, and in warfare. As settlers moved West in the 19th century, these horses were adopted by cowboys and ranchers due to their versatility and ruggedness. Over time, 'cayuse' became a more general word for small, hardy horses, capturing the spirit of the American frontier and the legacy of the Native American tribes. The association with the Cayuse tribe continues to lend cultural significance to the term.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,437, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.