"cowpuncher" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: cowpunchers [plural]
Etymology: cow + puncher Etymology templates: {{compound|en|cow|puncher}} cow + puncher Head templates: {{en-noun}} cowpuncher (plural cowpunchers)
  1. (informal) A cowboy Tags: informal Categories (topical): Occupations Synonyms: cow-puncher

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