lariat

Etymology
From.

Noun

 * 1) A lasso.
 * 2) * Around 1900, O Henry, A Call Loan
 * Not so circumscribed in expedient for the reduction of surplus wealth were those lairds of the lariat who had womenfolk to their name.
 * 1) A tether.
 * 2)  An attack where the wrestler runs towards an opponent, wraps his arm around their upper chest and neck and then forces them to the ground.

Usage notes
When referring to a long rope with a sliding loop on one end, the term "lasso" is most common among the general public, and "lariat" is also known, but the term "rope" is by far most common among those who practice or spectate modern roping.

Synonyms

 * rope
 * lasso

Derived terms

 * lariat ether

Verb

 * 1)  To lasso.

Usage notes
Similar to the noun, while the term "lasso" is most common among the general public, and "lariat" is also known, the term "rope" is by far most common among those who practice or spectate modern roping.

Synonyms

 * rope
 * lasso