Lasso

/ˈlæs.oʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A long rope with a sliding noose used for capturing animals.

The cowboy skillfully threw his lasso to catch the runaway calf.

A term used in various contexts to denote capturing or bringing in.

Her latest project is a lasso for tracking lost pets.

verb

To catch or secure something with a lasso.

He lassoed the wild horse with a swift motion.

To bring something under control or to capture it by means of a lasso.

In the rodeo, contestants lasso a steer to demonstrate their skills.

Spanish 'lazo', meaning 'tie or noose'

throw a lasso

To attempt to catch something with a lasso.

lasso in

To capture or gain control of something.

cowboy

A person who tends cattle and performs ranch work.

wrangle

To round up livestock, typically by a cowboy.

ranch

A large farm for raising animals, especially cattle.

To catch someone off guard.

He was completely lassoed by her unexpected question.

To bring someone back to reality.

I had to lasso him in when he started daydreaming during the meeting.