Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This means to attend to, to consider. A cowboy would see about his herd if he thought they might need some care.
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This was one job of a cowboy. He rode along the fences checking to see if they needed repair.
The slang term for a cowboy is "HICK"
Not cowboy slang. Overalls are another name for work pants.
'Cracklings' are the remains of a fire or cinders.
A horse is a "hay burner".
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This meant a cowboy's bedroll. It hinted that a cowboy would have fleas.
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This was a phrase used for emphasis. It meant very, great, or immensely. "I was jo-fired pleased to see you here," said the cowboy.
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This is cowboy grammar for "might be able to." "I may can come to the social," said the cowboy.
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This meant perplexed. You can see how they got this made-up word from the word difficult.
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This one meant to verbally abuse or scold. You can see the image of a jaw wagging.
The condition of being flustered, in a hurry, confused.
A .45 caliber Colt revolver- a handgun.