Definition of rustler

rustlernoun

người rỉ sét

/ˈrʌslə(r)//ˈrʌslər/

The word "rustler" originated in the United States during the 1800s, particularly in the Western region. It refers to an individual who steals cattle or other livestock for personal gain. The root of the word "rustler" comes from the verb "to rustle," which means to make a noise or commotion, as cattle being rounded up and driven would rustle or make noise as they moved. So, a rustler was someone who rustled cattle, or in simpler terms, stole them. The phrase "rustler's spell" was used in the 1800s to describe a hypothetical spell that a rustler might use to make cattle sneak off by themselves. Today, that expression is obsolete, and its use is mainly historical. The word rustler is still commonly used in contemporary American English to describe someone who steals cattle, but it can also be applied more broadly to refer to thieves or bandits who specialize in stealing goods other than livestock, such as cars or electronics. But in essence, the meaning remains the same - someone who takes by force or stealth what does not belong to them.

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Example:
  • The lawman chased the rustler through the desert in a high-speed pursuit.
  • The rustler fled into the rugged mountains, hoping to escape the authorities.
  • The sheriff warned the townspeople to be on the lookout for the notorious cattle rustler.
  • The rustler's boot prints were found near the slaughtered herd, leaving little doubt of his guilt.
  • The rancher's frustration with the persistent rustler led him to take matters into his own hands.
  • The rustler's daring raid netted him a fortune in stolen cattle, but his luck eventually ran out.
  • The ruthless rustler was a fixture of the old west, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake.
  • The rustler's wily ways earned him a reputation as a cunning outlaw, always several steps ahead of the game.
  • The rustler's gang was a force to be reckoned with, known for their brazen cattle rustling escapades.
  • The once-prolific rustler retired from the game to live out his days in peaceful seclusion.