Lariat

['lærɪət]

Definition

(n.) A long, slender rope made of hemp or strips of hide, esp. one with a noose; -- used as a lasso for catching cattle, horses, etc., and for picketing a horse so that he can graze without wandering.

(v. t.) To secure with a lariat fastened to a stake, as a horse or mule for grazing; also, to lasso or catch with a lariat.

Inputed by Errol

Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Lasso.

Editor: Marilyn

Definition

n. a rope for picketing horses while grazing: a lasso.

Typed by Kevin