cowboy vs cowman

cowboy

noun
  • A man who tends free-range cattle, especially in the American West. 

  • A dishonest and/or incompetent independent tradesman. 

  • A person who engages in reckless behavior, especially for the purpose of showing off. 

  • A man who identifies with cowboy culture, including wearing a cowboy hat and being a fan of country and western music. 

  • A playing card of king rank. 

verb
  • To work as a cowboy, herding cattle. 

cowman

noun
  • cattleman 

  • cattle rancher 

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