Explore Merriam-Webster
Examples of lasso in a Sentence
The cowboy lassoed the horse.
First Known Use of lasso
1807
lasso
Definition of lasso
lassos
orlassoes
: a rope or long thong of leather with a noose used especially for catching horses and cattle : lariat
Examples of lasso in a Sentence
the cowpuncher skillfully tossed the lasso around the calf's neck
Origin and Etymology of lasso
Spanish lazo, from Latin laqueus snare
LASSO Defined for English Language Learners
lasso
playDefinition of lasso for English Language Learners
-
: to catch (an animal) with a lasso
lasso
Definition of lasso for English Language Learners
-
: a rope with a loop that is used for catching animals (such as cattle or horses)
LASSO Defined for Kids
Definition of lasso for Students
lassoed
;lassoing
: to catch with a rope having a slipknot Cowboys lassoed a calf.
Definition of lasso for Students
lassos
orlassoes
: a rope with a slipknot that is used for catching animals
Learn More about lasso
-
Thesaurus: All synonyms and antonyms for lasso Spanish Central: Translation of lasso Nglish: Translation of lasso for Spanish speakers
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up lasso? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!