meaning of lariat
1. 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.
2. To secure with a lariat fastened to a stake, as a horse or mule for grazing; also, to lasso or catch with a lariat.
3. a long noosed rope used to catch animals
Related Words
lariat | lariated | lariating |
