Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cowpuncher

noun

/ˈkaʊˌpʌn.tʃər/

Definition

A cowpuncher is a term commonly used to refer to a cattle herder or cowboy, particularly one who works with cattle in the range or during cattle drives.

Examples

The skilled cowpuncher expertly led the herd across the open plains.
In the early 1900s, many cowpunchers would spend weeks on the range, tending to cattle.
As a cowpuncher, he faced challenges like harsh weather and difficult terrain.

Meaning

The term ‘cowpuncher’ is derived from the action of punching or driving cattle, usually by horseback, and is often associated with the American West and cowboy culture.