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Lariat: meaning, definitions and examples

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lariat

 

[ หˆlรฆr.i.ษ™t ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ropes and lassos

A lariat, often known as a lasso, is a type of rope commonly used by cowboys to catch livestock. Typically made of nylon or other materials, it has a loop on one end that can be thrown over an animal to secure it. The lariat is not just a tool but also an essential skill that demonstrates a cowboy's expertise in cattle handling. This technique is crucial in ranching activities for branding, veterinary care, and transportation of animals.

Synonyms

cord, lasso, rope

Examples of usage

  • He skillfully threw the lariat to catch the runaway calf.
  • The cowboy's lariat was expertly crafted for the rodeo event.
  • She learned to use a lariat as part of her cowboy training.
  • The lariat snagged the steer effortlessly.

Translations

Translations of the word "lariat" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น laรงo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเคพเคฐเฅ€เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lariat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะนะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒชใ‚ขใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lasso

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lazo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท larit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ผ๋ฆฌ์—‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุจู„ ุฑุจุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lasso

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lasso

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅ—็ดข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lariat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lariat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐั€ะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ larit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lazo

Etymology

The word 'lariat' is derived from the Spanish term 'la reata', which means 'the rope'. Its first known usage in English dates back to the mid-19th century, coinciding with the expansion of the American West and the rise of the cowboy culture. Cowboys, who were often influenced by Spanish herding techniques, began to adopt and modify the use of ropes for catching cattle. The term reflects this blend of cultures and the practical needs of ranching life. As the cowboy became an iconic symbol of American folklore, the lariat became synonymous with the gripping image of a cowboy in action. Today, the lariat is recognized not only in ranching fields but also in popular culture, particularly in rodeo events and Western films.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,733 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.