Rustler
(noun)
- A person who steals cattle or other livestock.
- A person who engages in any kind of theft or robbery.
Origin:
The word "rustler" originated in the late 19th century in the american west, where it was used to describe a person who stole cattle.
Examples:
- The rustler was caught red-handed trying to steal a herd of cattle from the ranch.
- The sheriff formed a posse to track down the rustler and bring him to justice.
- The rustler had a reputation as a notorious cattle thief, and was known to be armed and dangerous.
- The rustler was finally caught by the ranchers, who turned him over to the authorities.
- The legend of the rustler and his exploits was passed down from generation to generation in the old west.