English dictionary
lariat
/'l/&/r/i//@/t/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a long noosed rope used to catch animals
Source: WordNet 3.0
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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.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To secure with a lariat fastened to a stake, as a horse or mule for grazing; also, to lasso or catch with a lariat.
Source: webster1913