Definition

A person who works with cattle, often on a ranch, and is skilled in herding and managing them.

Example

The cowhand rode his horse across the open fields to check on the cattle.

Conversation

I just met a real cowhand at the rodeo yesterday.

That's awesome! What was he like?

He was super friendly and shared some cool stories about ranch life.

Sounds like a great experience — I’d love to hear more about it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cowhand → The word is formed from "cow" (from Old English "cu", meaning a domesticated bovine animal) and "hand" (from Old English "hand", meaning the end part of the arm used for holding). A cowhand is a person who works with cattle, literally someone who uses their hands to manage cows.

Memory Tip

Think of someone using their 'hands' to work with 'cows' — that's what a cowhand does.

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