1. a person who tends cattle on a ranch, especially in the western United States
2. a reckless or irresponsible person who acts without proper care or consideration
Usage: informal

Examples

• The cowboy rode his horse across the open range.
• Cowboys herded the cattle toward the water source.
• He dressed like a cowboy with boots and a hat.
• The old cowboy told stories around the campfire.
• Don’t be such a cowboy with that equipment.
• The cowboy builder left the job half-finished.
• She admired the cowboy’s skill with a lasso.