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Definition of lasso

lasso

/ˈlæs.oʊ/
las · so
Plural:lassos
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Past Simple:lassoed
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Past Participle:lassoed
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Present Participle:lassoing
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lasso Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American A long rope with a sliding noose at one end, traditionally used in the Americas for catching horses, cattle, and other livestock.

Example

"The rancher skillfully swung the lasso above his head before releasing it to catch the stray calf."

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• verb

1

To catch or capture (an animal or person) using a lasso.

Example

"The cowboy managed to lasso the running horse on his first attempt."

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• Rhymes for lasso

• Nearby Words

lassen
lassi
lassie
lasso
last
lastborn
lasting

Word Origin & Etymology

From American Spanish 'lazo', derived from Spanish, which in turn comes from the Latin 'laqueus' meaning 'noose' or 'snare'. The word entered English in the early 19th century through the ranching culture of the Americas.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lasso. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lasso
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