Cayuse: meaning, definitions and examples
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cayuse
[ หkaษชjuหs ]
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
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:
๐ต๐น cavalo selvagem
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคกเคผเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Pferd
๐ฎ๐ฉ kuda
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัะฝั
๐ต๐ฑ koล
๐ฏ๐ต ้ฆฌ
๐ซ๐ท cheval
๐ช๐ธ caballo
๐น๐ท at
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญุตุงู
๐จ๐ฟ kลฏล
๐ธ๐ฐ kรดล
๐จ๐ณ ้ฉฌ
๐ธ๐ฎ konj
๐ฎ๐ธ hestur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถัะปาั
๐ฌ๐ช horse
๐ฆ๐ฟ at
๐ฒ๐ฝ caballo
Etymology
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.
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- 40434 cheerier
- 40435 reunifying
- 40436 objurgation
- 40437 cayuse
- 40438 caramelize
- 40439 quirkiness
- 40440 punned
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