Logo
dictionary thesaurus

riata

noun
ri·​a·​ta | \ rē-ˈa-tə How to pronounce riata (audio) , -ˈä-\

Definition of riata

: lariat
Synonyms Example Sentences Learn More about riata

Keep scrolling for more

Synonyms for riata

Synonyms

lariat, lasso, reata

Visit the Thesaurus for More 

Examples of riata in a Sentence

the cowboy neatly tossed a riata over the head of the escaping cow

First Known Use of riata

1846, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for riata

modification of American Spanish reata

Keep scrolling for more

WORD OF THE DAY

impute

play

See Definitions and Examples

Get Word of the Day daily email!