ranchman

noun

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Recent Examples of ranchman Roosevelt observes that the cougars of his time are docile and timid, terrified of the rifle-bearing ranchman who had come to dominate their homelands. — Declan Leary, National Review, 12 Sep. 2019 This once summer residence of the Marquis de Mores—an Old West frontier ranchman—and his family includes many of their original furnishings. — Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian, 6 June 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ranchman
  1. rancher
  2. homesteader
  3. ranchero
Noun
  • The rancher is wearing a hat with a Teskey’s Saddle Shop logo.
    — Brayden Garcia July 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026
  • Away from the bewildered rancher calling out in surprise, away from the Appaloosa.
    — Emily Ruskovich, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026
Definition of rancher
Noun
  • Luke Bracey and Crosby Fitzgerald star as Charles and Caroline Ingalls, homesteaders who move their family from Wisconsin to Kansas in the Western drama series.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 10 July 2026
  • Lindsey Chastain is an experienced homesteader and is the founder and CEO of The Waddle and Cluck.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 5 July 2026
Definition of homesteader
Noun
  • The ranchero-style steakhouse led by executive chef Aaron Zimmer shuttered after less than two years in service.
    — Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
  • Cuisine Privé — for chef Sandra Kazouh's ranchero brisket with crispy root vegetable gratin.
    — Eddie Fontanez, AZCentral.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Definition of ranchero

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“Ranchman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ranchman. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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