Lasso vs. Reata

Lassonoun

A long rope with a sliding loop on one end, generally used in ranching to catch cattle and horses.

Lassonoun

(computing) An image-editing function allowing the user to capture an irregularly-shaped object by drawing an approximate outline.

Lassoverb

(transitive) To catch with a lasso.

Lassonoun

A rope or long thong of leather with a running noose, used for catching horses, cattle, etc.

Lassoverb

To catch with a lasso.

Lassonoun

Belgian composer (1532-1594)

Lassonoun

a long noosed rope used to catch animals

Lassoverb

catch with a lasso;

Lasso

A lasso ( or ), also called lariat, riata, or reata (all from Castilian, la reata 're-tied rope'), is a loop of rope designed as a restraint to be thrown around a target and tightened when pulled. It is a well-known tool of the Spanish and Mexican cowboy, then adopted by the cowboys of the United States.

Reatanoun

A lariat or lasso.

Reatanoun

A lariat.

Reatanoun

a long noosed rope used to catch animals

Reata

!Spanish word for lasso or lariat