drugstore cowboy
The term "drugstore cowboy" originated in the 1920s and refers to individuals who either loiter around public places or adopt a cowboy appearance without the skills or experience.
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Definition
C1Social Behavior
(informal, dated)A young man who idly hangs around public places, often trying to impress women.
Example
- He was known as a drugstore cowboy, spending his days lounging around the local diner.
C1Appearance
(informal, dated)A person who dresses like a cowboy but lacks the skills or experience of one.
Example
- Despite his cowboy hat and boots, he was just a drugstore cowboy with no real ranching experience.