SportsAugust 17, 2026

lassoing

la-SOO-ing

Definition

The act of catching or capturing an animal, typically cattle, by throwing a long rope with a sliding loop around it.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish 'lazo,' meaning 'snare' or 'slipknot,' which itself comes from the Latin 'laqueus,' meaning 'noose' or 'trap'.

In the news

The word is used to describe Colton Swan's ongoing hobby of team roping, illustrating his persistent connection to his ranching background while working as a college football coach.

Colton Swan wrestles and ropes steers in his free time. Utah’s new DC wants to instill the toughness learned at the rodeo in his defense

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