Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vaqueiro
noun
/vaˈkejɾu/
Definition
A vaqueiro is a person who tends to cattle, particularly in the context of Portuguese and Brazilian culture.
Examples
- The vaqueiro skillfully rounded up the cattle in the pasture.
- Traditionally, vaqueiros wear wide-brimmed hats to shield themselves from the sun.
Meaning
The term refers to a cowboy or cattle herder, often associated with rural life and livestock management.
Synonyms
- cowboy
- cattleman
- herdsman