Lasso: meaning, definitions and examples

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lasso

 

[ หˆlรฆs.oสŠ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

rope tool

A lasso is a long rope with a circular loop at one end, used especially for catching animals. It is commonly associated with ranching and rodeo and is thrown to encircle an animal, typically cattle or horses.

Synonyms

noose, rope

Examples of usage

  • The cowboy skillfully threw his lasso to catch the runaway calf.
  • She practiced her lasso technique in preparation for the rodeo competition.
  • He managed to lasso the wild horse after several attempts.
Context #2 | Verb

to catch

To lasso means to catch or hold something with a lasso. It is often used when referring to the action of a cowboy or rancher while trying to capture livestock.

Synonyms

capture, catch

Examples of usage

  • He can lasso a steer from a great distance.
  • They lassoed the horse before leading it back to the stable.
  • The trainer taught the young cowboys how to lasso effectively.

Translations

Translations of the word "lasso" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเคพเคธเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lasso

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐัะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒƒใ‚ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lasso

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lasso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ผ์†Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุงุณูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lasso

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lasso

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅ—็ดข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐัะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒกแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lasso

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lasso

Etymology

The word 'lasso' originates from the Spanish word 'lazo', which means 'a noose' or 'tie'. The term entered the English language in the late 19th century as the practice of cattle ranching and rodeos became prominent in the American West. The lasso is an essential tool for cowboys, allowing them to catch animals quickly and efficiently. Additionally, lassoing has cultural significance in various regions, symbolizing the skills and traditions of livestock handling. The technique has also been depicted in popular culture, reinforcing the image of the cowboy with his trusty lasso.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,347, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.