bronco buster
Wild horse tamer
A bronco buster is someone who breaks wild horses, training them to accept a rider and saddle.
The term comes from the American West, where bronco (from Spanish) refers to an untamed or half-wild horse.
Bronco busting requires both physical skill and patience, as the process involves repeatedly mounting horses that buck and resist until they become docile enough for regular riding.
The work became romanticized in rodeo culture, where bronco busting evolved into a competitive sport.
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