lasso
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for lasso, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long rope with a sliding loop, used especially by cowboys to catch cattle and horses.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use lasso
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Spanish lazo ("loop, snare"), tracing back to Latin laqueus ("noose") — the same root that gives us "lace".
Full origin of lasso →Frequently asked questions
What does “lasso” mean?
The word “lasso” means a long rope with a sliding loop, used especially by cowboys to catch cattle and horses. In plain terms, a loop of rope for catching animals, or a computer tool for drawing a freehand selection.
How do you pronounce “lasso”?
“Lasso” is pronounced las-OO (/ˈlæs.oʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “lasso” in a sentence?
Here is “lasso” used in a sentence: “The cowboy twirled his lasso above his head before throwing it.”
What is another word for “lasso”?
Words with a similar meaning to “lasso” include rope and lariat.
What part of speech is “lasso”?
Depending on how it is used, “lasso” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “lasso” come from?
The word “lasso” comes from Latin. From Spanish lazo ("loop, snare"), tracing back to Latin laqueus ("noose") — the same root that gives us "lace".
How many meanings does “lasso” have?
“Lasso” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long rope with a sliding loop, used especially by cowboys to catch cattle and horses.