cowpoke

[ˈkaʊpoʊk]

cowpoke Definition

a cowboy or cowgirl, especially one who works on a ranch.

Using cowpoke: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cowpoke" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cowpoke rode his horse into the sunset.

  • Example

    She grew up as a cowpoke on her family's ranch.

  • Example

    The rodeo featured some of the best cowpokes in the country.

cowpoke Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cowpoke

Phrases with cowpoke

  • city slicker

    a person from a city or town who is unfamiliar with rural life

    Example

    The cowpoke laughed at the city slicker's attempts to ride a horse.

  • a performer in a rodeo who entertains the audience and protects bull riders

    Example

    The cowpoke became a rodeo clown after retiring from riding bulls.

  • a person who trains and cares for horses

    Example

    The cowpoke worked as a horse wrangler on a ranch in Montana.

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Summary: cowpoke in Brief

'Cowpoke' [ˈkaʊpoʊk] refers to a cowboy or cowgirl, particularly one who works on a ranch. It is often used in the context of rodeos and rural life. Synonyms include 'rancher,' 'herder,' and 'wrangler.' The term 'city slicker' is an antonym, referring to someone unfamiliar with rural life.