What is the meaning of cowboy?

A hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback.
- synonyms: cowpuncher, puncher, cowman, cattleman, cowpoke, cowhand, cowherd
A performer who gives exhibitions of riding and roping and bulldogging.
- synonyms: rodeo rider
Someone who is reckless or irresponsible (especially in driving vehicles. ).

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