noun
wrangler
RANGG-luh
Wrangler (noun) means someone who herds or manages livestock, especially horses. Example: “The wrangler saddled up six horses before dawn.”
noun
1
Someone who herds or manages livestock, especially horses.
"The wrangler saddled up six horses before dawn."
2
Someone who manages or organizes something complex, such as data or people.
"The film crew hired an animal wrangler for the dog scenes."
3
Someone who argues or disputes frequently.
"He's a natural wrangler, always ready for a debate."
How to use wrangler
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job is to manage or control something unruly — horses, data, or an argument.
Common pairings
horse wrangler
data wrangler
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Word forms
- Plural
- wranglers
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Etymology
From wrangle plus the agent suffix "-er."
Synonyms
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horse wrangler
Rhymes for wrangler
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What does “wrangler” mean?
The word “wrangler” means someone who herds or manages livestock, especially horses. In plain terms, someone whose job is to manage or control something unruly — horses, data, or an argument.
How do you pronounce “wrangler”?
“Wrangler” is pronounced RANGG-luh (/ˈɹæŋɡləː/ in IPA).
How do you use “wrangler” in a sentence?
Here is “wrangler” used in a sentence: “The wrangler saddled up six horses before dawn.”
What part of speech is “wrangler”?
“Wrangler” is a noun.
How many meanings does “wrangler” have?
“Wrangler” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who herds or manages livestock, especially horses.
