vaquero

[vah-kair-oh, vah-ke-raw]

noun

plural

vaqueros 

1. Southwestern U.S.,  a cowboy or herdsman.

Word History and Origins

Origin of vaquero¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; from Spanish, equivalent to vac(a) “cow” (from Latin vacca ) + -ero (from Latin -ārius ); -ary

Example Sentences

Women arrive adorned with black lace hairpieces and painted tears a la Virgencita, as men blend dark accents with their Chicano workwear and vaquero boots.

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Marciel Perez, who owns Mr. Hammer Shoes, has been selling huaraches and vaquero fashion at Plaza Mexico for over 30 years.

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The two entered the ring waving Mexican and Peruvian flags dressed as vaqueros.

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Here’s a guide on the genre’s essential instruments, where to find the best música Mexicana-themed parties, where to shop for the perfect vaquero outfit and more.

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One of the works is a Mexican vaquero.

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Related Words

• breeder 
• herder 
• herdsman