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Lariat

Noun

A lariat is a long rope with a noose at one end, used for roping cattle or horses.

Example sentence: Cowboys in the Wild West would skillfully throw a lariat to rope stray cattle.

Noun (Alternative Sense)

In rodeo, a lariat refers to a rope used in roping events, such as calf roping or steer roping.

Example sentence: The cowboy expertly twirled his lariat and threw it with precision to catch the running calf.

Noun (Local)

In certain regions, a lariat can also refer to a necklace or a decorative chain worn around the neck.

Example sentence: She accessorized her outfit with a beautiful silver lariat adorned with small gemstones.

Adjective

Lariat as an adjective describes something related to a lariat, often highlighting its rope-like qualities.

Example sentence: The centerpiece of the room was a stunning chandelier with lariat-shaped metal strands.

Verb

When used as a verb, lariat means to rope or catch an animal by using a lariat.

Example sentence: The cowboys teamed up to lariat the runaway horses and bring them back to the stable.