rancher

noun

ranch·​er ˈran-chər 

: one who owns or works on a ranch

Examples of rancher in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The sterile fly program complements efforts to monitor wildlife, inspect animals and work with ranchers in areas where the fly has been spotted to encourage regular checks for infestations. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026

But cattle ranchers later spoke out about the move, arguing the beef import plan would undercut their business and hamper their goal of rebuilding their shrinking cattle herds. — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 7 Sep. 2026

Global warming is ruining the way of life for these Colorado ranchers demanding accountability. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Sara Amundson, president of the Humane World Action Fund, called wolves a scapegoat for broader challenges facing ranchers. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

rancher

noun

ranch·​er ˈran-chər 

: a person who owns or works on a ranch