The use of “trail dust” in describing the hardships of cattle drives – Western Heritage Dictionary

Definition and OriginThe term trail dust refers to the fine, dry dust created by the relentless movement of cattle hooves along a trail, particularly during long cattle drives. It is…

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Exploring the term “open prairie” as a symbol of cowboy freedom – Western Heritage Dictionary

Definition and OriginThe term open prairie refers to vast, flat grasslands characterized by their sparse tree cover and rich biodiversity. Originating from the French word prairie, which translates to meadow,…

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