buckaroo
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for buckaroo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A cowboy, especially one working cattle rather than competing in rodeos.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
An Americanized adaptation of Spanish vaquero ("cowboy"), reshaped under the influence of the English word "buck."
Full origin of buckaroo →Frequently asked questions
What does “buckaroo” mean?
The word “buckaroo” means a cowboy, especially one working cattle rather than competing in rodeos. In plain terms, an American West term for a working cowboy.
How do you pronounce “buckaroo”?
“Buckaroo” is pronounced buh-kuh-ROO (/ˌbʌkəˈɹu/ in IPA).
How do you use “buckaroo” in a sentence?
Here is “buckaroo” used in a sentence: “The old buckaroo had spent forty years on horseback.”
What part of speech is “buckaroo”?
“Buckaroo” is a noun.
Where does the word “buckaroo” come from?
The word “buckaroo” comes from Spanish. An Americanized adaptation of Spanish vaquero ("cowboy"), reshaped under the influence of the English word "buck.".