1. men who tend cattle on a ranch, especially in the western United States
2. people who act recklessly or without proper regard for rules or safety
Usage: informal

Examples

• The cowboys herded the cattle across the open range.
• Many cowboys participated in the annual rodeo competition.
• Old Western movies often featured cowboys riding horses.
• The ranch employed several experienced cowboys during cattle season.
• Those cowboys in the construction crew ignored all safety protocols.
• The financial cowboys took unnecessary risks with investors’ money.