The Spanish (USA) origins of the word 'lasso'

'Lasso' is a word borrowed from Spanish (USA) 'lasso'. The word entered the English language some time around 1808.

lasso [noun] [1808]

A rope or long thong of leather with a noose used especially for catching horses and cattle - lariat

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Etymology: Spanish 'lazo' from Latin 'laqueus' snare

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