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buckaroo

The correct spelling is buckaroo.

How to pronounce buckaroo

/ˌbʌkəˈɹu/
noun

IPA: /ˌbʌkəˈɹu/

Say it like: Buk-aroo

The correct spelling is buckaroo. A cowboy; specifically, a working cowboy who generally does not partake in rodeos. For example: "Many cowboy poets have a buckaroo look and feel about them."

Usage Examples

Many cowboy poets have a buckaroo look and feel about them.

Don’t run in looking for a fight like some kind of buckaroo.

That’ll be twenty buckaroos, buddy.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A cowboy; specifically, a working cowboy who generally does not partake in rodeos.
  2. 2.One who sports a distinctive buckaroo style of cowboy clothing, boots, and heritage.
  3. 3.A style of cowboy boot with a high and uniquely tapered heel.
  4. 4.A reckless, headstrong person.
  5. 5.A dollar; a buck.

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