cowboy meaning and definition

COWBOY noun

Definition of cowboy (noun)

1. a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback
   • synonyms: cattleman, cowhand, cowherd, cowman, cowpoke, cowpuncher, puncher
2. a performer who gives exhibitions of riding and roping and bulldogging
   • synonyms: rodeo rider
3. someone who is reckless or irresponsible (especially in driving vehicles)