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rancho

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɑːnt͡ʃoʊ/

The English word “rancho” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A simple hut, such as one with posts, covered with branches or thatch, where herdsmen or farm workers would lodge at night.
  2. A large grazing farm where horses and cattle are raised; distinguished from hacienda, a cultivated farm or plantation.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish rancho (“mess, mess room”). Compare ranch.

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