Cow Town (Noun)
Meaning
A small town in a cattle-raising area of western North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The dusty main street of the cow town was lined with old saloons and general stores.
- Many cow towns in the American West were founded as railroad stops for cattle shipments.
- The small cow town was known for its annual rodeo, which drew visitors from all over the country.
- After the cattle drive, the cowboys would often stop in the nearest cow town to rest and resupply.
- The cow town's economy was heavily dependent on the local ranches and the cattle industry.