Lariat ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Lariat ( noun )

1. A long rope with a loop at one end, used for catching and tying up cattle and other animals.
2. A necklace or ornament resembling a lariat.

Origin:

From spanish la reata, meaning "the rope", which is derived from reatar which means "to tie".

Examples:

1. The cowboy threw his lariat over the steer's head and pulled it tight.
2. The rodeo performer swung the lariat above his head before throwing it over the calf.
3. The lariat was made from durable, braided rawhide.
4. She wore a lariat necklace with a large pendant.
5. The lariat was used to create a makeshift fence around the camp.

(As a verb)

Lariat ( verb )

1. A long rope with a loop at one end, used for catching and tying up cattle and other animals.
2. A necklace or ornament resembling a lariat.

Origin:

From spanish la reata, meaning "the rope", which is derived from reatar which means "to tie".

Examples:

1. The cowboy threw his lariat over the steer's head and pulled it tight.
2. The rodeo performer swung the lariat above his head before throwing it over the calf.
3. The lariat was made from durable, braided rawhide.
4. She wore a lariat necklace with a large pendant.
5. The lariat was used to create a makeshift fence around the camp.