What does RODEO mean?

rodeo

Parts of Speech: noun

Definition: A public exhibition of cowboy skills, such as calf roping and bull riding.

Pronunciations: US: /roʊˈdeɪ.oʊ/, UK: /rəʊˈdiːəʊ/

Origin and Usage: The word rodeo comes from the Spanish word "rodear," meaning "to surround" or "to go around." The first recorded use of the word in English was in the early 19th century. Rodeos have been a part of cowboy culture in North America since the late 1800s, and today they are popular events that draw large crowds.

Synonyms: none

Related Words: horde, order, erode, doper, redox

Example Sentences:

• He won first place in the calf roping competition at the rodeo.
• She watched in amazement as the cowboys rode bucking broncos at the rodeo.
• The annual rodeo is the biggest event in town, attracting visitors from all over the state.