Meaning & use
gaucho
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A South American cowboy or horseman, traditionally from the grasslands of Argentina, Uruguay, and southern Brazil, known for herding cattle.
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The gaucho rode across the pampas, expertly guiding the herd of cattle.
The museum exhibit displayed traditional gaucho clothing, including wide-brimmed hats and leather boots.
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A specific cultural and historical figure of South American ranching life, comparable in some ways to the North American cowboy but with its own distinct traditions.
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